Exam #2: Boussignac CPAP System Overview
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What is a potential consequence of putting pre-made ETT holders too tight?

  • Impaired venous drainage from the head (correct)
  • Increased tracheal wall pressure
  • Decreased mucosal perfusion pressure
  • Increased cuff pressure
  • When should tape be changed for ETT stabilization according to the text?

  • If the patient is restless
  • Every 4 hours regardless of condition
  • When the tape is soiled (correct)
  • Only when ETT migrates more than 2cm
  • What method should not be used for ETT stabilization according to the text?

  • Changing tape on an unstable patient
  • Solo tape application (correct)
  • Restraining the restless patient
  • Taping with a clinician present
  • What could happen if cuff pressure is too high according to the text?

    <p>Exposure of cartilage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a disadvantage of HVLP cuffs mentioned in the text?

    <p>They lose some cuff pressure during connection/disconnection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential effect of low cuff pressure according to the text?

    <p>Pharyngeal secretions being aspirated continuously</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Lanz valve mentioned in the text?

    <p>To maintain intra-cuff pressure at a certain level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a feature of EVAC tubes according to the text?

    <p>Can lead to ischemic changes to the tracheal mucosa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What cleaning procedure is recommended for SSD ETT according to the text?

    <p>Sucking up and clearing the lumen with water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of Nevape ETT fenestrations according to the text?

    <p>24 suction fenestrations oriented parallel to airway tissue but away from it</p> Signup and view all the answers

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