Specific questions regarding fees should always be referred to the _____

Common reasons for ALS intervention in home care settings include all of the following EXCEPT:

a. equipment failure. c. unexpected complications. b. absence of a caregiver. d. arguments between caregiver and patient.

Assessment findings for an alert and oriented patient complaining of shortness of breath reveal an open airway and strong radial pulse, accompanied by skin that is cool and diaphoretic. The depth of respirations is adequate, and breath sounds include wheezing throughout the lungs. Vital signs are a pulse of 124, respiratory rate of 24, and blood pressure of 146/82 mmHg. The patient has a history

of asthma for which he takes medications. How should you administer oxygen to this patient? A) Nonrebreather mask B) Venturi mask C) Bag-valve mask D) Nasal cannula