A Burning Splint Will Burn More Vigorously in Pure Oxygen

question 46

Multiple Choice

A burning splint will burn more vigorously in pure oxygen than in air because ________.

• A)oxygen is a reactant in combustion and concentration of oxygen is higher in pure oxygen than is in air
• B)oxygen is a catalyst for combustion
• C)oxygen is a product of combustion
• D)nitrogen is a product of combustion and the system reaches equilibrium at a lower temperature
• E)nitrogen is a reactant in combustion and its low concentration in pure oxygen catalyzes the combustion

---

Definitions:

Airway Patency

The condition of the airway being open and unobstructed, allowing for free passage of air.

Hemodynamic Instability

A condition where there is inadequate blood flow and oxygen to the body's tissues, often leading to organ dysfunction.

Moderate Intravenous Sedation

A controlled sedation method, administered through an IV, that decreases consciousness but allows the patient to maintain their own airway and respond to verbal commands.

Airway Compromise

A critical condition where the patient's breathing pathway is obstructed or at risk, necessitating immediate medical intervention.