11 Questions
What does the Oxyhemoglobin dissociation curve show?
The relationship between partial pressure of oxygen and hemoglobin saturation
Which component of the respiratory system is responsible for the actual work of breathing?
Ventilation
What does Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP) represent?
The average arterial pressure throughout one cardiac cycle
Which condition can cause dysrhythmias due to low potassium levels?
Muscle cramps
What criteria are used to decide to place a patient on a ventilator for acute respiratory failure?
Respiratory rate greater than 35 breaths/minute
What measurement assesses the amount of air that moves in and out of the lungs with each normal breath?
Tidal Volume (TV or VT)
What does PEEP stand for in mechanical ventilation?
Positive End-Expiratory Pressure
Which mode of mechanical ventilation delivers mandatory breaths at a fixed volume?
PRVC
What is the normal range for PaO2 (oxygen in arterial blood)?
75-100 mm Hg
What does FIO2 represent in mechanical ventilation?
% of inspired oxygen given
Which alarm type on a mechanical ventilator indicates airway secretions or mucus plug?
High Peak Pressure Alarm
Test your knowledge on the components of the respiratory system including ventilation, diffusion, and perfusion, along with understanding the Oxyhemoglobin dissociation curve. Explore how airflow, oxygenation, and blood flow play vital roles in the respiratory system.
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