Respiratory Care Services and Management Assessment

Which of the following falls outside the scope of practice for basic respiratory services?

• Taking vital signs
• Administering breathing treatments
• Performing intubation
• Monitoring oxygen levels

What signs indicate abnormal respiratory effort?

• Use of accessory muscles
• Regular breathing rate of 12-20
• Pink nail beds
• Normal chest rise

What is the normal oxygen saturation range for a healthy adult?

• 95-100%
• 85-90%
• 75-80%
• Below 75%

Which oxygen delivery device provides the highest concentration of oxygen?

• Non-rebreather mask
• Nasal cannula
• Simple oxygen mask
• Venturi mask

When using bag mask ventilation, how often should breaths be delivered to an adult patient?

• Every 5-6 seconds
• Every 2-3 seconds
• Every 10-12 seconds
• Every 15-20 seconds

What is the primary purpose of an oropharyngeal airway (OPA)?

• To prevent tongue obstruction
• To deliver oxygen
• To measure oxygen saturation
• To assist with intubation

When should a pulse oximeter reading be considered unreliable?

• When the patient has poor peripheral circulation
• When the room is well-lit
• When the probe is properly placed
• When the patient is calm

What is a key difference between an NPA and OPA?

• NPAs can be used on conscious patients
• OPAs are more flexible
• NPAs are shorter in length
• OPAs provide more oxygen

Which condition would NOT require supplemental oxygen therapy?

• Normal oxygen saturation of 98%
• Shortness of breath
• Chest pain
• Low oxygen saturation

What is the correct sequence for bag mask ventilation?

• Position, Seal, Squeeze, Release
• Squeeze, Seal, Position, Release
• Seal, Position, Release, Squeeze
• Release, Position, Seal, Squeeze