A physical therapist assistant is working with a patient who has pulmonary disease and is being monitored continuously with a pulse oximeter. The patient’s saturation levels are approximately 92%-94%. The physical therapist assistant should stop treatment and notify the physical therapist when the oximeter reading initially drops below what level?
A. 78%
B. 82%
C. 86%
D. 90%
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What is the appropriate action with a patient who reports feeling lightheaded during use of an incentive spirometer?
A. Take a rest period and only use the device 10 times per hour
B. Take a deeper breath on the following attempt
C. Lie down while using the spirometer
D. Try to use the spirometer more frequently to get used to it
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