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A COTA is getting a patient out of bed who has a cerebrovascular accident with resultant hemiparesis. According to the initial evaluation, the patient transfer was moderate assistance. Where is the BEST place for the COTA to position the patient’s arms during the transfer?

Which of the following types of oxygen devices are appropriate for home care?1. Compressor2. Concentrator3. Bulk oxygen system4. Liquid oxygen cylinder

The most commonly used flowmeter in respiratory care utilized during patient transport is which of the following?

A 55-year-old man comes to the emergency department on a simple mask with an SpO2 of 100%, skin color is bright red. The patient was found semi-conscious in a closed garage with a running car.  What should the respiratory care practitioner recommend at this time?

A simple mask can deliver what amount of FiO2 at how many liters/minute?

Which of the following O2 devices has 2 one-way valves and one of the valves is at the exhalation port, which prevents room air from entering the mask during inhalation?

Of the following O2 devices, which is the most appropriate for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease who are mildly hypoxemic?

Which of the following are disadvantages of the nasal cannula?1. Skin irritation2. Drying of nasal conchae3. Precise FiO2 4. Claustrophobia

Which of the following are advantages of transtracheal catheters?1. Increase patient mobility.2. Improve patient compliance because of enhanced cosmetic appearance.3. Increase nasal irritation.4. Heighten the risk for mucus plugging.

A patient with pulmonary fibrosis comes to the emergency department with an SpO2 of 90% and a RR of 18 breaths/min. The patient is unsure whether her transtracheal catheter set on 2 LPM is working properly.  What is the respiratory therapist first action?