There are 4 patients in the ICU, but only one of them has an increased PAP.  Which patient likely has the increased PAP?

Patient assessment reveals:  Sudden shortness of breath.  HR 148 bpm, RR 28 breaths/min.  SpO2 86% on room air Chart review:  Patient has been immobile for recent leg injury.  Patient has end stage renal disease. Which is the appropriate response?

A patient suffered circumferential burns to her thorax in a house fire.  Which is true regarding her pulmonary mechanics?

A patient suffered a self-inflicted gun shot wound to her face.  Her nose was completely destroyed, but she survived the event.  Which functions of the upper airway has this patient lost?

What is the pack year history of a patient who has smoked 3 packs per day for the past 30 years?

What is the significance of the straight CO2 equilibrium curve versus the sigmoid-shaped (S-shaped) HbO2 curve?

A neonate born at 28 weeks has decreased compliance due to a lack of surfactant.  What kind of time constants are present in the lung?

Which lab value should be closely monitored for a burn patient?

Which abnormal lab value indicates a patient likely has a bacterial infection?

The diffusion characteristics of oxygen and carbon dioxide are described by which answer?