Which of the following are identified as the causative organisms of the respiratory or gastrointestinal infections that precede the onset of most cases of GBS?

a. Chlamydia psittaci and Campylobacter jejuni
b. Cytomegalovirus and mononucleosis
c. Campylobacter jejuni and cytomegalovirus
d. Mononucleosis and parainfluenza 2

C
Campylobacter jejuni and cytomegalovirus are implicated in the majority of respiratory and GI infections that precede the onset of GBS.

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What criteria must a patient meet for home oxygen therapy, according to AARC Clinical Practice Guidelines (2002 Revision)?

1. PaO2 <55 mm Hg 2. SpO2 <88% room air at rest 3. SpO2 <88% room air with exertion 4. PaO2 >60 mm Hg a. 1, 2, and 4 c. 1, 2, and 3 b. 2, 3, and 4 d. 2 and 3

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