To Effectively Document and Assess the Need for Endotracheal Intubation

question 24

Multiple Choice

To effectively document and assess the need for endotracheal intubation in a patient with neuromuscular disease, which of the following would be most appropriate?

• A) Spirometry every 4 to 6 hr
• B) Chest x-ray every shift
• C) Polysomnograpy testing
• D) Monitoring SpO₂ with pulse oximeter

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