36 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a measurement used to monitor acid/base balance?
Measurement of blood flow
What does a pH value below 7.35 indicate?
Acidosis
What does an elevated PaCO2 level reflect?
Adequacy of alveolar ventilation
Which of the following is a common symptom of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)?
Hypoxia
What is the peak incidence of RSV?
January-February
Which of the following is NOT a management option for status asthmaticus?
Magnesium sulfate
What is the leading cause of hospitalization in children under 1 year old?
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
Which medication is used in the management of status asthmaticus to improve airway edema and inflammatory processes?
Corticosteroids
What is the target level of magnesium sulfate in the management of status asthmaticus?
4mg/dL
Which medication is used as an adjunct therapy in the management of status asthmaticus to relax bronchial smooth muscles?
Anticholinergics
What is the most common side effect of inhaled beta-agonists in the management of status asthmaticus?
Sinus tachycardia
Which of the following measurements is used to assess acid-base balance?
Measurement of acid/base status
What does a pH value above 7.45 indicate?
Alkalosis
Which of the following reflects the adequacy of alveolar ventilation?
PaCO2
What does a PaO2 value below 60 mmHg indicate?
Hypoxemia
What can cause an increase in ETCO2?
Increased CO2 production
What can cause a decrease in ETCO2?
Decreased pulmonary capillary blood flow
What should hypoventilation always raise concern for?
Neuronal anomaly
Under what control is respiration?
Neural and chemical
Which of the following is a common symptom of bronchiolitis caused by Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)?
Hypoxia
What is the peak incidence of bronchiolitis caused by RSV?
January-February
What is the leading cause of hospitalization in children under 1 year old?
Bronchiolitis caused by RSV
What is the primary management option for bronchiolitis caused by RSV?
Fluid management
What is the primary symptom of status asthmaticus?
Wheezing
Which medication is used in the management of status asthmaticus to relax bronchial smooth muscles?
Inhaled beta2 agonists
What is the most common side effect of inhaled beta-agonists in the management of status asthmaticus?
Tachycardia
What does an elevated PaCO2 level reflect?
Respiratory acidosis
Which of the following medications is used in the management of status asthmaticus to relax bronchial smooth muscles?
Anticholinergics
What is the target level of magnesium sulfate in the management of status asthmaticus?
4mg/dL
Which of the following is a common side effect of inhaled beta-agonists in the management of status asthmaticus?
Sinus tachycardia
Which of the following is NOT a management option for status asthmaticus?
Magnesium Sulfate
What is the peak incidence of RSV?
Infancy
What is the leading cause of hospitalization in children under 1 year old?
Bronchiolitis
Which of the following is a common symptom of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)?
Wheezing
What does a pH value below 7.35 indicate?
Acidosis
Which medication is used as an adjunct therapy in the management of status asthmaticus to relax bronchial smooth muscles?
Anticholinergics
Test your knowledge of basic physiology, including gas exchange in the lungs, acid-base balance, and the measurement of oxygenation, ventilation, and acid/base status. Learn about the indications, symptoms, and utility of monitoring patients requiring respiratory support measures.
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