Which of the Following Groups of Patients Are Considered at Risk

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following groups of patients are considered at risk for reintubation?
1) Patients with APACHE 2 score greater than 12 on the day of extubation
2) Patients older than 45 years
3) Patients with congestive heart failure (CHF)
4) Patients with one or more weaning failure

• A)1 and 3 only
• B)1, 3, and 4 only
• C)2 and 4 only
• D)2, 3, and 4 only

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Definitions:

Venous Insufficiency

A disorder where the veins have problems sending blood from the limbs back to the heart, causing swelling and pain.

Open-Heart Surgery

A surgical procedure to repair or replace heart valves, repair damaged or diseased parts of the heart, and to implant devices to support heart function.

Capillary Refill Time

A quick test performed to estimate blood circulation, where a fingernail is pressed to turn it white and the time for color to return is measured.