Airway Review 1
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Airway Review #1
- 1.Which of the following is NOT in the lower airway?
- A.
Bronchioles
- B.
Hypopharynx
- C.
Trachea
- 2.Which two muscle ( muscle groups) are involved in the active phase of adult breathing?
- A.
Supraclavicular and Abdominals
- B.
Intercostals and Deltoids
- C.
Diaphragm and Intercostals
- D.
Neck Muscles and Nostrils
- 3.Which is an INCORRECT statement regarding Respiratory Physiology?
- A.
Ribs move outward and downward during inspiration
- B.
Oxygen-rich ( O2) air enters alveoli during each inspiration
- C.
Cells give off CO2 into the capillaries, which is then removed from the body during exhalation.
- D.
The thoracic cavity decreases during exhalation, creating a higher pressure for air to be forced out.
- 4.What is the term for occasional gasping breaths , seen just before death?
- A.
Alveolar
- B.
Aspirating
- C.
Auscultating
- D.
Agonal
- 5.The lowering of the pulse rate after ventilations may indicate successful technique, and hypoxia may be resolving.
- A.
True
- B.
False
- 6.Which is INCORRECT regarding the uses for the following airway adjuncts/maneuvers?
- A.
NPA's may be successful for use in a patient WITH a gag reflex.
- B.
The Jaw -Thrust maneuver is required for patients suspected of having cervical spine compromise.
- C.
OPA's are contraindicated for patients having a suspected skull fracture.
- D.
NPA's are to always be inserted so thet the bevel is facing the septum at the end of insertion.
- 7.Why is it preferable to first attempt NPA insertion into the right nostril? ( Check ALL that apply)
- A.
Right nostril is larger in most patients
- B.
The curve and bevel allow the NPA to be inserted AND have the bevel face the septum at end of insertion if in the right nostril
- C.
More natural mucus in the nostril of all patients allows right side insertion to be easier.
- D.
The measured length of corner of mouth to earlobe better reflects the perfect depth of the right nare(nostril)
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