Tracheal airways increase the incidence of pulmonary infections for which of the following rea-sons?
1. Lower levels of humidification
2. Increased aspiration of pharyngeal material
3. Contaminated equipment or solutions
4. Ineffective clearance through cough
a. 1 and 3 only
b. 1, 2, and 3 only
c. 3 and 4 only
d. 2, 3, and 4 only
ANS: D
As indicated in Box 36-7, there are several reasons why tracheal tubes increase the incidence of pulmonary infection.
You might also like to view...
In addition to the standards set by the NFPA, ambulances must also meet requirements set by which of the following?
a. Department of Transportation b. General Services Administration c. EMS Section of the IAFC d. None of the above
An impartial committee established to listen to and investigate patients' complaints about medical care or excessive fees is known as a screening panel
Indicate whether the statement is true or false