Multiple Choice
A recently extubated patient develops a partial upper airway obstruction,which causes stridor.What action can the respiratory therapist take to improve the patient's condition?
A) Aerosolize 11.25 mg (2.25% solution) of racemic epinephrine.
B) Put a nonrebreather mask on the patient.
C) Place the patient on NPPV.
D) Suggest the use of lorazepam (Ativan) .
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