While Attempting to Draw Blood from an Indwelling Arterial Catheter,the

question 45

Multiple Choice

While attempting to draw blood from an indwelling arterial catheter,the respiratory therapist notices a dampened waveform and has difficulty withdrawing blood for sampling.What should the respiratory therapist's immediate action be?

• A) Flush the catheter.
• B) Remove the catheter.
• C) Reposition the catheter.
• D) Recalibrate the transducer.

Understand the concepts of leadership and power in organizational settings, including the different sources of power.

Identify and describe various leadership theories, including trait, behavioral, contingency, and situational theories.

Recognize the significance of leader behavior on follower outcomes and organizational effectiveness.

Comprehend the impact of different leadership styles on employee motivation, satisfaction, and performance.

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Definitions:

EEG Activity

The recording of electrical activity along the scalp produced by the firing of neurons within the brain, typically used to diagnose sleep disorders, epilepsy, and brain diseases.

Light Sleep

A stage of sleep characterized by low amplitude, high frequency brain waves and easier arousal compared to deeper sleep stages.

Socio-historical Context

The mix of social and historical factors at a specific time that affect the environment surrounding an individual or community.

Psychoactive Drug

Any substance that affects the mind, altering mood, perception, or consciousness, including medications and recreational drugs.