History and Profession
In 1865, this scientist was the first to suggest that microorganisms caused many diseases
Louis Pasteur
The heart is enclosed in a sac called
Pericardium
The simplest level of infection control
Standard Precautions
What is hypertension?
a blood pressure
systolic greater than: 140
diastolic greater than: 90
What is the primary function of the respiratory system
gas exchange
How is aerosol therapy defined as
the administration of a liquid or powered particles via inhalation to achieve a desired therapeutic effect
What does NSTEMI stand for
Non-ST segment elevation myocardial infarction
normal values for serum K
3.5 - 5.1 mmol/L
Which of the following chest assessment findings would be expected in a patient with a tension pneumothorax?
How many Alveoli do the lungs typically have
450 million
1947 in Chicago
What is the priority of the cardiovascular system
Maintain perfusion pressures to tissues and organs
What type of blood cell increase in response to an allergic reaction?
Eosinophils
The RT called to ED bed #3 for a patient that has a high-pitched noise on inspiration, patient is SOB and unable to take deep breaths
Stridor
Which of the following muscles are considered accessory muscles of ventilation?
External Intercostals
Internal Intercostals
Sternomastoid
According to what organization, "Respiratory Therapists are healthcare professionals whose responsibilities include patient assessment, disease management, diagnostic evaluation, management, education, rehabilitation and care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system".
American Association for Respiratory Care
Inflammation of the pericardium is called
Pericarditis
HEPA
High-Efficiency Particulate Air/Aerosol Filter
When observing a breathing pattern such as: the depth and rate increase, then decrease, then a period of apnea
What is the main muscle used for breathing
diaphragm
What are the 2 levels of general practice credentialing in respiratory care
Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Name an artery that branches off of the ascending Aorta
Name an organism that would require droplet precaution
Influenza Pertussis
TB
Covid 19
RSV
Portable chest x-rays are taken in this position
Anteroposterior (AP)
Name the lobes of the lung
Right Upper Lobe
Right Middle Lobe
Right Lower Lobe
Left Upper Lobe
Left Lower Lobe