When Using a Mechanical Manometer and a Three-Way Stopcock to Measure

question 21

Multiple Choice

When using a mechanical manometer and a three-way stopcock to measure cuff pressure, first:
I. the stopcock must be turned toward the cuff's port
II. the system must be pressurized with a syringe to 18 cmH₂O
III. the stopcock must be rotated to the "off" position
IV. the three-way stopcock must be attached to the endotracheal tube's pilot line

• A) I
• B) I and II
• C) I, III, and IV
• D) III and IV

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Definitions:

Stagflation

A situation in an economy where inflation is high, economic growth slows, and unemployment remains steadily high.

Price Level

The price level is a measure of the average prices of goods and services in the economy, indicating the purchasing power of money.

Real Output

Measure of economic output adjusted for price changes; refers to the quantity of goods and services produced in an economy.

Stagflation

A situation in an economy where the inflation rate is high, economic growth rate slows, and unemployment remains steadily high.