What is the primary advantage of an open warmer over an incubator?
A) ability to serve as a barrier to excessive handling of the patient
B) inability to control the environment
C) maintenance of a controlled environment that allows for better thermal management
D) access to the patient
Q. 2 Which of the following are indications for intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) according to the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) Clinical Practice Guideline: Intermittent Positive-Pressure Breathing?
I. pulmonary atelectasis
II. short-term ventilatory support
III. delivery of a medication
IV. inability to clear secretions
A) I
B) I and II
C) I, II, and III
D) I, II, III, and IV
Q. 3 Jaundice in neonatal patients is caused by increased levels of
A) bilirubin
B) hemoglobin
C) vitamin D
D) calcium
Q. 4 Which of the following adjuncts are helpful when using an inspiratory muscle trainer?
I. a manometer
II. nose clips
III. a nebulizer
IV. supplemental oxygen via nasal cannula
A) I
B) I and II
C) I, II, and III
D) I, II, III, and IV
Q. 5 The main electrolytes of the extracellular fluid (ECF) are
A) calcium and magnesium
B) potassium and chloride
C) sodium and chlorideD) sodium and potassium
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