A patient on VC, SIMV with a VT of 500 mL has a PIP of 25 cm H2O, Pplat of 15 cm H2O and PEEP of 5 cm H2O. What is the patient's static lung compliance

When would it be MOST appropriate for a patient to take his or her prescribed nitroglycerin?

A. sharp chest pain that lasts longer than 10 to 15 minutes B. an acute onset of dizziness during a period of exertion C. chest pain that does not immediately subside with rest D. difficulty breathing that awakens the patient from sleep

Physical restraints may be used any time patients are likely to hurt themselves or others

Indicate whether the statement is true or false