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The T wave represents:

The rationale behind the use of supplemental oxygen in the treatment of sleep apnea is to:

Hospital management of near-drowning victims includes:1. measurement of arterial blood gas values.2. rewarming if the patient is hypothermic.3. measurement of venous blood gas values.4. chest radiography.

An adult patient with a large pleural effusion requires placement of a thoracostomy tube. Which of the following statements are true regarding thoracostomy tube placement?1. The tube is placed in the second to third intercostal space.2. The tube is placed in the fourth to fifth intercostal space.3. The tube is placed in the midclavicular line.4. The tube is placed in the midaxillary line.

Which of the following are commonly used in the management of cystic fibrosis?1. Pancreatic enzymes and vitamins2. Antibiotics3. Postural drainage4. Antitussives

Mechanical ventilation is indicated for which of the following ABG results?

A 10-year-old patient has inhaled hot gases, and an inspection of her mouth shows edema and blisters. What should the respiratory therapist recommend?

Congenital causes of bronchiectasis include:

The respiratory therapist is monitoring the blood pressure of a patient in the emergency department and notes that the blood pressure is 15 mm Hg less on inspiration than on expiration. Which of the following would most likely result in this finding?

Which of the following are pathologic alterations found with emphysema?1. Air trapping and hyperinflation2. Mucus plugs3. Decreased surface area for gas exchange4. Weakened respiratory bronchioles