CHT Hyperbaric Medicine and Indications

Question 1

Which of the following is an approved indication for hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT)?

Accepted Answer

Carbon monoxide poisoning

Answer

Asthma

Answer

Hypertension

Answer

Migraine headaches

Question 2

What is the primary physiological effect of hyperbaric oxygen therapy?

Accepted Answer

Increases plasma oxygen concentration

Answer

Increases blood glucose levels

Answer

Reduces red blood cell count

Answer

Reduces heart rate

Question 3

Which condition is considered a contraindication to HBOT?

Accepted Answer

Pneumothorax

Answer

Radiation injury

Answer

Diabetic foot ulcer

Answer

Thermal burn

Question 4

How does HBOT aid in wound healing?

Accepted Answer

Promotes angiogenesis

Answer

Reduces blood clotting

Answer

Suppresses white blood cells

Answer

Prevents tissue granulation

Question 5

What condition is HBOT commonly used to treat in diabetic patients?

Accepted Answer

Diabetic foot ulcers

Answer

Diabetic neuropathy

Answer

Diabetic retinopathy

Answer

Hypoglycemia

Question 6

Which mechanism explains the reduction of gas embolism risk with HBOT?

Accepted Answer

Boyle’s Law compression of gas bubbles

Answer

Increased red blood cell production

Answer

Increased glucose metabolism

Answer

Decreased oxygen saturation