A patient on room air presents with central cyanosis. What is the first thing an RT should recommend?

Which of the following is NOT a hazard or complication of postural drainage therapy?

For which of the following patients would you select a heated humidifier?     1.  Patient receiving mechanical ventilation only     2.  Patient receiving long-term ventilation and Patient receiving mechanical ventilation     3.  Patient receiving oxygen through a bypassed airway and Patient receiving oxygen through a nasal catheter     4.  Patient receiving oxygen through a nasal catheter only

Which of the following airway clearance techniques would you recommend for an 18 year old with cystic fibrosis?

A V/Q imbalance is defined at adequate gas exchange between the alveoli and the pulmonary capillary bed.

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Heat moisture exchangers are mainly used to provide short term heat and humidity to patients receiving mechanical ventilation.

What is/are the primary organ system(s) affected by O2 toxicity?      1.  Central nervous system and Kidneys      2.  Lungs only      3.  Central nervous system and Lungs      4.  Kidneys only

Forced expiratory technique, or “huff” cough, is most useful in which of the following disease processes?        1.  Cystic Fibrosis and Bronchiectasis        2.  COPD, Cystic Fibrosis, and Bronchiectasis        3.  Cerebral Palsy, ALS, and Cystic Fibrosis        4.  Cerebral Palsy and Bronchiectasis

Proper instructions for positive expiratory pressure (PEP) include all of the following except: