Darya Rose
問題数 30 • 11/29/2024
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1
Which of the following types of health care providers generally compose the crew for infant transport?
Respiratory therapist and nurse
2
Which of the following professional organizations have developed educational requirements or training programs for pediatric transport personnel? I. National Board for Respiratory Care II. American Association for Respiratory Care III. American Academy of Pediatrics IV. Air & Surface Transport Nurses Association
II, III, and IV only
3
What is the most expensive component of a pediatric transport program?
Transport vehicles
4
What are some of the operational features that characterize a pediatric transport unit? I. 110-V AC electrical power II. Point-of-care radiographic equipment III. Medical air and oxygen IV. Suction capabilities and equipment
I, III, and IV only
5
Which of the following distances is generally considered the maximum mileage in one direction for ground transport of a critically ill child?
30 miles
6
How large should the interior of an ambulance be for accommodating equipment and personnel?
Large enough to secure two transport incubators and room to seat enough team members to provide care
7
Which of the following distances is considered the effective radius for rapid transport of critically ill patients via helicopter?
Between 30 and 150 miles
8
Why must fixed-wing aircraft have the ability to control cabin pressure during the transport of critically patients?
To provide the patient’s oxygenation needs
9
Which of the following communication systems is the most advantageous for fixed-wing ambulances to have to accomplish air-to-hospital communications?
Satellite-type cell phone
10
During transport, how is the decision made to provide volume- or pressure-controlled ventilation?
The type of ventilation used depends on the patient’s needs.
11
What has proved to be the benefit of point-of-care blood analysis during transport?
Reduced patient stabilization time
12
How much medical gas needs to be taken on a transport?
Twice the calculated amount
13
Which of the following effects are expected during ascent in air transport?
Depth of breathing increases
14
What are the negative effects of an aircraft flown with a sea-level cabin altitude?
Fuel consumption often increases.
15
At what point during the patient’s admission to the hospital should discharge planning begin?
On admission
16
What are the goals of discharge planning? I. To reduce the number of hospitalizations II. To have the patient resume activities of daily living III. To reduce the number of emergency room visits IV. To reduce the patient’s length of stay
II, III, and IV only
17
Before the patient is discharged home, who needs to meet and assess the needs of both the child and family?
The family and the health care team
18
Who is responsible for deciding the type of oxygen delivery system that will be used in the home?
Durable medical equipment (DME) company
19
Which of the following is the most important disadvantage of a liquid oxygen system?
It vents regardless of whether the flow is on or off.
20
What are the advantages of an oxygen concentrator?
It provides an unlimited supply of oxygen
21
Why are compressed gas cylinders of oxygen becoming more commonplace for patient transport in the home care setting?
Because compressed gas cylinders are being made smaller and lighter
22
What is the utility of downloading information from an apnea monitor?
It enables differentiating among different types of apnea.
23
Which of the following infants may benefit from using an apnea monitor at home? I. Infants who were born preterm II. Infants who have experienced a life-threatening event III. Infants who have been diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease IV. Infants who have experienced an apneic episode for any reason in the hospital
II and III only
24
What considerations need to be taken into account when applying external positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) to a home ventilator? I. The ventilator circuit must be able to accommodate the weight of the PEEP valve. II. The PEEP valve must be able to function at any angle. III. Thoracostomy tubes need to be available to treat a pneumothorax. IV. The exhalation ports must be free from obstructions.
I, II, and IV only
25
What is a major advantage of using a portable ventilator?
A variety of power sources can be used.
26
Which of the following backup equipment needs to be provided for a home-ventilated infant who (1) lacks the ability to breathe spontaneously for at least 4 successive hours, (2) lives 2 hours away by automobile from medical assistance, and (3) requires mechanical ventilation for mobility?
Additional ventilator and ventilator circuits
27
Which of the following circumstances constitute obstacles to discharging a child who requires home mechanical ventilation? I. Lack of family access to public transportation II. Large number of siblings III. Delays in approval for home care funding IV. Unsuitable home environment
III and IV only
28
What is the outcome when delays in funding for the home care services occur?
The discharge is delayed indefinitely.
29
What effect does an extended hospital stay tend to have on the discharge planning process for a child expected to receive mechanical ventilation at home?
It often results in a negative change in the family dynamics.
30
Before a ventilator-dependent child can be discharged home, which of the following criteria must be met?
Arterial blood gas measurements must be stable and within normal limits.