Domain 3

CPAP, Bilevel and Oxygen Therapy

Apply PAP interfaces, recognize intolerance and follow oxygen protocols.

4questionsExam mode

Question 1 of 4

Before PAP titration, what is the best way to improve mask acceptance?

A.Apply the mask only after sleep onsetB.Start at maximum pressureC.Tighten straps as much as possibleD.Allow awake fitting and practice

Question 2 of 4

A nasal mask leaks because the patient opens the mouth. What should the technician address first?

A.EEG sensitivityB.Oral leak and interface fitC.Leg EMG placementD.Room lighting

Question 3 of 4

The technician recognizes persistent hypoventilation despite CPAP. What is the appropriate next step?

A.Independently prescribe a new deviceB.Stop all respiratory monitoringC.Ignore CO2 because obstruction improvedD.Notify the supervising technologist and follow the ordered bilevel protocol

Question 4 of 4

When supplemental oxygen is ordered during PAP titration, what is most important?

A.Set flow by patient preference aloneB.Follow the laboratory oxygen protocol and monitor the patientC.Turn off oximetryD.Assume oxygen treats all apnea

Reference framework

These are independently written educational questions aligned to the public BRPT blueprint and professional technical references. Always use the current official scoring manual, laboratory policy and clinician orders in practice.