Plastic and reconstructive surgeries must be done only after an individual has stopped growing, due to potential changes in anatomy of younger patients

Which of the following can be caused by left-sided heart failure?

A) Ascites B) Pedal edema C) Crackles D) Crepitus

The first step in the assessment and documentation of patient-ventilator interaction following placement of a patient on a mechanical ventilator is which of the following?

a. Verifying physician's orders. b. Verifying a passing operational verifica-tion procedure. c. Checking the integrity of the ventilator circuit and the humidifier system. d. Assessment of the patient's vital signs, breath sounds, and level of consciousness.