NUR 265 Exam 2

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How is an ET tube placement confirmed? Correct Answer: From first to last ETCO2 20-40mmHg Chest symmetry Listen to left/right/abdomen Chest X-Ray Describe the A/C vent mode. Correct Answer:... The vent does everything for the patient. It delivers a set amount of breaths per minute Describe SIMV vent mode. Correct Answer: The pt attempts to breath and the vent assists with their breaths What are the different ventilator settings? Correct Answer: Mode FiO2 Rate Tidal Volume (Vt) PEEP What is PEEP? Correct Answer: It is positive pressure that tells the alveoli in the lungs to stay open a little longer. It helps with gas exchange. What are some complications of PEEP? Correct Answer: Pneumothorax SubQ Emphysema (crepatus) Decreased pre-load What are the 3 buttons that a nurse is able to touch on a vent? Correct Answer: Silence Restart 100% Oxygen (before suctioning a patient) When is it acceptable to shut off a vent alarm? Correct Answer: NEVER What should be done when a patient is in respiratory distress? Correct Answer: *Call for help, disconnect the vent, start bagging the patient, then reassess* What are ways to prevent VAP? Correct Answer: *Remove water from circuits* *HOB up to 30 degrees* Turn Q2h Suction Oral care Q2H Prevent aspiration Lip moisturizer Percussion [Show More]

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