____ is sometimes necessary to obtain a definitive diagnosis based on preliminary radiographic findings.

To treat pneumothorax, the chest tube is usually placed at the ____.

For intrahospital transport of mechanically ventilated patients, manual ventilation is preferable to transport ventilator.

The concentrated source of energy in fat emulsion is preferred for fluid-restricted patients.

The blood gas report pH 7.52, PaCO2 30 mm Hg HCO3- 24 mEq/L is typically interpreted as acute _______________.

_______________ is commonly related to ECF deficit (hypovolemia).

A decrease in CLT causes the pressure-volume loop to shift to the ____.

During _______________, either in the CMV or spontaneous modes, the pressure target is sustained while the flow and volume vary when there are changes in pulmonary mechanics.

During pressure-controlled ventilation, a(n) ____ airflow resistance or a(n) ____ compliance would reduce the delivered flow and tidal volume.

In PCV CMV the rate, TI or I:E ratio are set by the operator.