The respiratory therapist observes the pressure-time scalar seen below.Wave A was generated at 1300 hour and wave B at 1600 hour.The action that is most appropriate for this situation is which of the following?
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Tube Feedings
The administration of nutrients directly to the stomach or intestine through a tube, for individuals who cannot eat by mouth.
Xiphoid Process
A small cartilaginous extension at the lower end of the sternum which becomes ossified in the adult human.
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