Asked by Mckensi Bradley on Jun 10, 2024
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An infant born prematurely has irregular breathing patterns and short periods when breathing stops altogether.Which device will be utilized to facilitate respiratory status assessment for this patient after discharge?
A) Oxygen flowmeter
B) Apnea monitor
C) End-tidal CO2 monitor
D) Incentive spirometer
Apnea Monitor
A device used to monitor breathing and alert caregivers when breathing stops or becomes irregularly shallow.
Prematurely
Occurring or happening before the expected or usual time, often used to describe births that occur before 37 weeks of gestation.
Breathing Patterns
The rhythm, depth, and rate of an individual's breathing, which can indicate health status or respiratory issues.
- Illustrate the appropriate choice and use of tools for measuring vital signs.
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Learning Objectives
- Illustrate the appropriate choice and use of tools for measuring vital signs.
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