Mr. Darcy was a direct admit from his primary care provider’…
Mr. Darcy was a direct admit from his primary care provider’s office. He presented with increased SOB and productive green/yellow sputum. His gram stain produced a pink color. Based on his current clinical picture, what should the respiratory therapist recommend?
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Daniel Y. is a 29 year old male patient with Cystic Fibrosis and Pneumonia. He is currently on a 4L NC. His assessment is as followed: HR 120 RR 26 Sa02 94% Temp: 101.8F BBS: Bilateral wheezes and coarse rhonchi to BUL and decreased with crackles to the LLL Which of the following is the most appropriate treatment regimen?
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Which of the following has not contributed to the use of superpathogens? 1. Misuse of antibacterial agents against viral infections 2. Use of antibiotics when not indicated 3. Using antibiotics against appropriately identified organisms
Read DetailsMary S. is a 57-year old female patient that takes Advair BI…
Mary S. is a 57-year old female patient that takes Advair BID and ventolin PRN. Based on her medication regimen, which of the following would you expect? 1. More symptoms 2. Fewer severe exacerbations 3. Reduced lung function 4. Reduced airway inflammation
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