A 13-year-old child is on a home ventilator. The parents called because the ventilator is malfunctioning and the child has increasing respiratory distress. You should:
A. attempt to troubleshoot the ventilator problem.
B. disconnect the ventilator and use a bag-mask device.
C. place a call to the home health agency treating this patient.
D. reset the ventilator by unplugging it for 30 to 60 seconds.
Answer: B. disconnect the ventilator and use a bag-mask device.
You might also like to view...
Which of the following statements reflect(s) the recommendations of the NFPA and CGA for storing cylinders outdoors?
1. Cylinders should not be stored in an area where the temperature exceeds 125° F. 2. Cylinders must be protected from the weather. 3. Full and empty cylinders should be kept separate. 4. Cylinders should not be stored outside. a. 4 c. 2 and 3 b. 1 and 2 d. 1, 2, and 3
Which of the following statements about the sinuses is not true?
A) Sinuses provide the sense of smell. B) Sinuses are lined with a mucous membrane. C) Sinuses provide resonance for the voice. D) Sinuses warm and moisten air.