Use of the ultrasonic scaler on patients with heavy deposits will help reduce the risk of a broken instrument tip

Pain that worsens with movement of the chest wall during inspiration is called ________ pain

A) acute B) somatic C) visceral D) pleuritic

A 60-year old woman presents with acute respiratory distress. She is alert and oriented, but restless. Her respiratory rate is 26 breaths/min with adequate chest expansion and clear breath sounds. What is the most appropriate method of airway management for this patient?

A. Supplemental oxygen with a non-rebreathing mask B. A nasopharyngeal airway and assisted ventilations C. A nasopharyngeal airway and supplemental oxygen D. A nasal cannula with the flowmeter set at 4 to 6 L/min