17 Questions
Heparin is given to address ______ concerns
safety
The activated clotting time (ACT) should be greater than ______ seconds
400
The ______ cannula is correctly placed and a pulsatile swing is observed on the anaeroid pressure gauge
arterial
The venous reservoir has a safe level of ______ and additional fluid is available to add
prime
The sweep rate is usually set to ______ l/min for the patient
2-3
The vasopressors are ______ and available during the procedure
prescribed
Failure to maintain adequate ______ during CPB can lead to clotting.
heparinization
Inadequate ______ despite adequate sweep gas delivery and pump flow can cause poor blood gasses.
heparinization
The dose of heparin required for CPB is usually ______ mg/kg.
300
Clotting within the circuit may occur due to ______ of the anticoagulation protocols.
inadequate
The patient's height and weight are essential to calculate the ______ surface area.
body
The adequate ______ is crucial to prevent clotting and other complications during CPB.
heparinization
The predicted HCT is required to be calculated on the initiation of ______.
CPB
One of the complications of inadequate ______ is the formation of clots within the circuit.
heparinization
The pre-bypass checklist includes checking the ______ connections: flow verified.
water
The occlusion set should be checked for ______ mmHg and ______ cmH20/min.
pressure, flow
The cardiotomy reservoir should be ______ before starting CPB.
vented
This quiz reviews the essential safety checks to be performed before initiating cardiopulmonary bypass, including heparin administration, arterial cannula placement, and oxygen analyzer monitoring. It's crucial for anesthesiologists and perfusionists to follow these guidelines to ensure patient safety.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
