22 Questions
What does the Positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) setting help with?
Maintaining alveoli open by pushing in oxygen and expelling CO2
Which parameter is key to monitor when a patient is on positive-pressure mechanical ventilation?
Peak inspiratory pressure (PIP)
How does the Inspiratory flow rate (IFR) affect breath delivery?
Regulates how fast the breath is delivered
What range of Tidal volume (Vt) per breath is typically delivered?
$410-820$ mL
What is the most common cause of a low-pressure alarm in ventilation?
Vent circuit disconnecting from the patient
Which condition can affect Peak inspiratory pressure (PIP) reading?
Pulmonary Hypertension
What are the clinical manifestations of the late (cold) phase of sepsis?
Cold & clammy skin, oliguria, change in level of consciousness
What is the significant finding related to white blood cells in sepsis?
Left shift indicating depletion of white blood cells
What is one of the risk factors for sepsis according to the text?
Suppressed immune system
What is recommended for maintaining oxygenation levels in sepsis patients?
Maintaining SpO2 above 90%
What is considered a high lactate level indicative of poor perfusion?
Lactate > 4
Why are blood cultures recommended to be taken after fluid resuscitation?
To minimize contamination from IV sites
What is a common risk factor associated with Pulmonary Hypertension?
Sepsis
Which of the following is a clinical manifestation of Cor Pulmonale?
Tachycardia
What is the primary priority intervention for managing Cor Pulmonale?
Treating the underlying lung disease
Which of the following is NOT a common direct lung injury that can lead to ARDS?
Cerebral Palsy
What is the main priority intervention for a patient with Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)?
Initiating mechanical ventilation
In Pulmonary Hypertension, what is the mean Pulmonary Arterial Pressure (PAP) commonly elevated above?
25 mmHg
What is a common clinical manifestation associated with Pulmonary Hypertension?
Chest pain
What is the primary cause of Cor Pulmonale?
Lung disease
Which of the following interventions is NOT typically used in managing Pulmonary Hypertension?
Surgical embolectomy
What is a characteristic symptom of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) as described in the text?
Tachycardia
Learn about the water seal chamber in a chest drainage system, its function, troubleshooting methods, and how to maintain the correct water level. Understand how excessive bubbling or lack of bubbling in the chamber can indicate issues with the system.
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