Lung expansion 3

Study Notes

CPAP

Primarily used for treating atelectasis, increasing functional residual capacity, obstructive sleep apnea, and assisting with cardiogenic pulmonary edema.
Maintains positive pressure throughout inspiration and expiration.
Typical pressure settings range from 4 to 20 cmH2O, with 8-12 cmH2O being common for adults.
Often used for refractory oxygenation when FiO2 alone is insufficient to improve SpO2.
Limitations include a lack of benefit for ventilation issues, lack of supplemental oxygen in some models, and the need for supplemental oxygen in "home" units.
Potential side effects include decreased blood pressure, decreased cardiac output, decreased venous return to the right atrium, increased intrathoracic pressure, increased intracranial pressure, gastric distention, barotrauma, and pneumothorax.
Pneumothorax treatment with a chest tube may allow for CPAP use.

BiPAP

Primarily used for ventilation, obstructive sleep apnea, preventive COPD management, and ventilation issues.
Best choice for ventilating COPD patients.
Shares the same potential side effects as CPAP.
Can be administered via nasal pillows, nasal mask, or full face mask.

CPAP

Primary uses include treatment of atelectasis, increasing functional residual capacity (FRC), treating obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), and assisting with cardiogenic pulmonary edema.
Maintains positive pressure throughout inspiration and expiration.
Typical pressure settings range from 4 to 20 cmH2O, with 8-12 cmH2O being common for adults.
Often employed in cases of refractory oxygenation, where FiO2 alone is inadequate for improving SpO2.
Limitations include potential lack of benefit for ventilation issues, some units may not provide supplemental oxygen, and "home" units may require supplemental oxygen.
Potential side effects include decreased blood pressure, reduced cardiac output, decreased venous return to the right atrium, increased intrathoracic pressure, elevated intracranial pressure, gastric distention, barotrauma, and pneumothorax - although PAP may be considered in cases of pneumothorax managed with a chest tube.

BIPAP

Primary uses include ventilation, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), preventive management for COPD patients, and addressing ventilation issues.
Considered the best choice for COPD patients requiring ventilation.
Shares the same potential side effects as CPAP.
Administration methods include nasal pillows, nasal mask, and full face mask.

Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)

Primarily used for treatment of atelectasis, increasing Functional Residual Capacity, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, and assisting with cardiogenic pulmonary edema
Maintains positive pressure throughout inspiration and expiration
Typical settings range from 4 to 20 cmH2O, with 8-12 cmH2O being common for adults
Often used for refractory oxygenation, when FiO2 alone isn't enough to improve SpO2
May not benefit ventilation issues, some units may not provide supplemental oxygen, and "home" units require supplemental oxygen
Potential side effects include decreased blood pressure, decreased cardiac output, decreased venous return to the right atrium, increased intrathoracic pressure, increased intracranial pressure, gastric distention, barotrauma, and pneumothorax

Bilevel Positive Airway Pressure (BIPAP)

Primarily used for ventilation, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, COPD patients (preventive), and ventilation issues
Best choice for COPD patients needing ventilation
Has the same potential side effects as CPAP
Administration methods include nasal pillows, nasal mask, and full face mask

Description

This quiz explores the key concepts and applications of CPAP and BiPAP therapy. Learn about their uses in treating respiratory conditions, pressure settings, potential side effects, and limitations. Ideal for those studying respiratory therapy and related fields.