When Performing an Initial Pulmonary Artery Occlusion Pressure (PAOP),what Are

question 28

Multiple Choice

When performing an initial pulmonary artery occlusion pressure (PAOP) ,what are the best nursing actions? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Inflate the balloon for no more than 8 to 10 seconds while noting the waveform change.
• B) Inflate the balloon with air, recording the volume necessary to obtain a reading.
• C) Maintain the balloon in the inflated position for 8 hours following insertion.
• D) Zero reference and level the air-fluid interface of the transducer at the level of the phlebostatic axis.
• E) Inflate and deflate the balloon on an hourly schedule

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