Describe the grid cutoff that occurs if the central ray is angled toward the grid's lead strips
a. On both sides of the image
b. Across the entire image, but more noticeable on one side
c. Evenly across the entire image
ANS: B
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The therapist notes the following ABG results in the patient's electronic medical record: pH 7.52, PaCO2 51; HCO3 40; PaO2 46 . Which of the following is the best interpretation of these ABG results? a. Chronic ventilatory failure with hypoxemia b. Acute ventilatory failure with hypoxemia c. Partially compensated metabolic alkalosis with hypoxemia d. Partially compensated respiratory acidosis with hypoxemia e. Acute alveolar hyperventilation superimposed on chronic ventilatory failure
Which of the following examples does NOT demonstrate competence while working with patients?
A. Being truthful about errors B. Making direct eye contact with the patient while speaking C. Being truthful about not knowing the answer to a patient's question D. Being kind, considerate, and helping a patient feel comfortable E. Blaming a mistake that you made on another coworker