Which Parameter Indicates That a Patient in the Intensive Care

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which parameter indicates that a patient in the intensive care unit being mechanically ventilated is ready for an interruption in sedation? Select all that apply.

• A) MAP of 75 and heart rate of 76
• B) Awakens with verbal stimuli
• C) Frowns when turned but otherwise shows no muscular tension
• D) Activates the ventilator alarms, but the alarms stopped spontaneously
• E) Receives neuromuscular blocking agents to ensure adequate ventilation

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Ancient Greek

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Psychokinesis

A purported psychic ability allowing a person to influence a physical system without physical interaction.

Vocal Cords

Folds of tissue in the throat that vibrate and produce sound when air is expelled from the lungs, enabling speech.

High Pitch

Frequencies of sound that are higher and usually perceived as sharper by the human ear.