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

A patient is brought into the ED after he passed out at home for the second time. A pulmonary artery catheter has been inserted and the following measurements are obtained:PAP:        19/7 torrPCWP:     3 torrCVP:        1 torrB/P:          76/50SVR:         1360 dynes.sec.cm-5C.I.:          1.8 L/minWhich of the following is the MOST likely cause for his condition?

A patient has been brought to the Emergency Department after inhaling super heated steam. The pulmonary injuries (anatomical alterations) that would be expected at the lower airways include:I.   atelectasis.II.   pulmonary edema.III.   small amount of thin/thick secretions.IV.   pharyngeal edema.