An abnormally rapid respiratory rate is _____________

What is the normal range of negative pressure to use when suctioning an adult patient?

a. –100 to –120 mm Hg b. –80 to –100 mm Hg c. –60 to –80 mm Hg d. –20 to –30 mm Hg

Which of the following statements are true about the use of home care ventilators for delivering noninvasive ventilation (NIV)?

1. They operate only with pressure triggering. 2. They can operate on AC or DC power sources. 3. They can have a single-limb ventilator circuit. 4. Flow delivery pattern can be adjusted. a. 1 and 3 only b. 1, 2, and 3 only c. 3 and 4 only d. 2, 3, and 4 only