A RCT compared a new biologic agent for asthma, depemokimab, to placebo. Which of the following is the best interpretation of the Kaplan-Meier plot regarding exacerbations?

The goal of an observational study is analyzing several different outcomes from exposure to three different prescription drug classes. Which of the following is the best observational design for this study and the reason why the design is the best.

KH had a successful hip replacement surgery. Unfortunately, 10 days after his surgery, he developed a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and will need therapeutic anticoagulation. Which of the following initial therapy recommendations is CORRECT?  

What is a key benefit of incorporating patient input into study design?

Which of the following are considered indications for rigid bronchoscopy?Managing central airway obstructionSilicone stent placementFacilitating endobronchial ultrasound with needle aspirationUse of laser and cryotherapy

Which of the following statements correctly describes brachytherapy via bronchoscopy?

Mr. Rhett Spertory is a patient at a local pulmonology office. He recently had a lengthy stay in the hospital for a COPD exacerbation in which he was intubated and mechanically ventilated for 2 days, followed by 6 additional inpatient days while he recovered from nosocomial pneumonia. He presents in the office today 2 weeks after discharge for his first follow up. Prior to the admission, Mr. Spertory wore a 2L NC at rest and with activity, but he has required 4L of O2 with activity since hospital discharge. He advises today that he can “do some things at home” but requires more time to complete daily activities or requires help as he becomes increasingly SOB with activity. He sleeps in the recliner in the living room and states he can fall asleep quickly but cannot stay asleep. He often has a headache upon waking, no matter what time of day it is. His appetite is described as “usual” and advises that eats in small increments 4-6 times a day because of his breathing.Based on his current state of health and abilities, which diagnostic recommendations would you make for this patient at this time? Choose 3.

When considering statistical power, which of the following INCREASE power? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)

When inspecting an internal quality-control plot for a blood gas analyzer, you see this graph. If the pH control should result between 7.13 and 7.15, which type of error does this represent? Graph

What is the absolute risk reduction for ACQ-5 score < 1 at 12 mo in the azithromycin group compared to placebo?