Therapeutic indications for fiberoptic bronchoscopy include which of the following?I. inspect the alveolar walls and mucus secretion removalII. foreign body retrievalIII. obtain specimens for analysis for recommendation of treatmentIV. attain biopsy of suspected neoplasm

Which statement is true for inhalation injury related to fire?

The therapist is conducting a ventilator check for a neonate and makes the following notations on the ventilator flow sheet:•PEEP: 5 cm H2O•Peak inspiratory pressure (PIP): 16 cm H2O•Mandatory rate: 12 breaths/minute•FiO2: 0.30On the basis of these observations, what should the therapist recommend for this neonate?

Which of the following complications of synchronized cardioversion can occur due to improper synchronization.?

A patient is brought to the ED with a penetrating knife wound to the left chest. This has most likely resulted in a(an) ____________________.

BONUS: After initiating bubble-CPAP on an infant at 6 cm H2O, the therapist notices that, “bubbling” is present but inconsistent, the pressure in the manometer fluctuates between 2 and 5 cm H2O. After investigating for the problem, you take note that the tubing is submerged to the 6 cm H2O mark. What may have caused this situation?

Which of the following criteria is least important before a patient is discharged after bronchoscopy?

In which of the following conditions should fiberoptic bronchoscopy NOT be performed if the risks outweigh the potential benefits?I. elevated PT/PTTII. presence of lung neoplasmIII. SpO2 93% on 6 L/NCIV. hypotensive patient

BONUS: After initiating bubble-CPAP on an infant at 6 cm H2O, the therapist notices that, “bubbling” is present but inconsistent, the pressure in the manometer fluctuates between 2 and 5 cm H2O. After investigating for the problem, you take note that the tubing is submerged to the 6 cm H2O mark. What may have caused this situation?

Which of the following conditions are commonly associated with an inadequate expiratory time?I. airtrappingII. Auto-PEEPIII. appropriate flow rateIV. low mean airway pressure