Tidal volume is MOST effectively assessed by:

A) auscultating breath sounds.
B) noting the patient's respiratory rate.
C) looking for accessory muscle use.
D) observing for rise and fall of the chest.

Ans: D) observing for rise and fall of the chest.

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immediately and end 1 year after the date of the injury. immediately and have no specific time limit. after a 3-day waiting period and end 1 year after the date of the injury. after a 3-day waiting period and have no specific time limit.

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Requirements for critical care services are met when the physician‘s assessment of the injury requires a high level of decision making and management involves a detailed evaluation of the vital organ systems

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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