Delayed discontinuation from mechanical ventilatory support exposes the patient to which of the following unnecessary risks? I. stretch injury II. infection III. airway trauma IV. community acquired pneumonia
A. III, IV only
B. I, II, III only
C. I, II, IV only
D. II, III, IV only
ANS: B
A. Incorrect response: See explanation B.
B. Correct response: Ventilator management should be aimed at getting the patient liberated from mechanical ventilation as rapidly as possible. Delayed discontinuation from mechanical ventilatory support exposes the patient to unnecessary risks of:
• ? Infection
• ? Stretch injury
• ? Sedation needs
• ? Airway trauma
• ? Increased costs
C. Incorrect response: See explanation B.
D. Incorrect response: See explanation B.?
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