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What is the normal ABG range for pH?
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7.35 - 7.45
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What is the normal ABG range for PaCO2?
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35 - 45 mmHg
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What is the normal ABG range for PaO2?
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80 - 100 mmHg
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What is the normal ABG range for SaO2?
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> 94%
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What is the normal ABG range for HCO3?
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22 - 26 mEq/L
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What is a normal variation for base excess/deficit?
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-2 to +2
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What is another term for PaCo2?
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Carbon dioxide
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What is another term for SaO2?
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O2 sats
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What is another term for HCO3?
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Bicarbonate
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What is the normal ABG range for pH?
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7.35 - 7.45
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What is the normal ABG range for PaCO2?
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35 - 45 mmHg
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What is the normal ABG range for PaO2?
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80 - 100 mmHg
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What is the normal ABG range for SaO2?
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> 94%
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What is the normal ABG range for HCO3?
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22 - 26 mEq/L
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What is a normal variation for base excess/deficit?
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-2 to +2
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What is another term for PaCo2?
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Carbon dioxide
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What is another term for SaO2?
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O2 sats
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What is another term for HCO3?
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Bicarbonate
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What happens with hyperventilation?
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Carbon dioxide levels are decreased
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True or False: hyperventilation is the same as tachypnea
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False
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How is SaO2 typically measured?
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Pulse Ox monitor
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In assessing oxygenation, the goal is usually to maintain the PaO2 within what range?
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60 - 100 mmHg
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Define oxygen saturation (SaO2):
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The amount of hemoglobin combined with oxygen compared to the total amount of hemoglobin
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Fill in the blanks: Normal O2 saturation is ___% or greater, but anything greater than ___% is usually adequate.
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94%
90% |
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What is meant by the term CaO2?
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Oxygen content
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Define Oxygen Content (CaO2):
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The actual quantity of O2 in each 100 ml of blood, expressed in ml. This value includes both the amount dissolved in the plasma & carried on the hgb.
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What are the "big three" pediatric respiratory illnesses?
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1. Laryngotracheobronchitis (LTB)
2. Epiglottitis 3. Bacterial tracheitis |
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List the symptoms of acute epiglottitis:
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* Absence of spontaneous cough
* Drooling, because pt. does not want to swallow * Pt. insists on sitting upright * Croaking upon inspiration * Supra- or sub-sternal retractions * Color may progress from mild hypoxia to cyanosis |
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What is the most common organism that causes bacterial tracheitis?
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Staph Aureus
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What is bacterial tracheitis?
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Bacterial infection of the upper trachea.
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List the manifestations of Bacterial Tracheitis:
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*Previous URI
*Croupy cough *Stridor unaffected by position *High fever *Thick, purulent tracheal secretions |
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What is usually included in therapy for bacterial tracheitis?
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*Humidified O2
*Antipyretics *Antibiotics *Endotracheal intubation *Frequent tracheal suctioning |
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Why are throat cultures & visual inspection of the inner mouth & throat contraindicated in children with LTB?
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This can cause laryngospasm
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What is Vanceril?
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A Glucocorticoid inhaler or nasal spray
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What is Atrovent, and what does it do?
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An anti-cholinergic bronchodilator that decreases pulmonary secretions
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Are Vanceril and/or Atrovent appropriate for use during an asthma attack?
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No - these prevent attacks rather than stop them
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What is Albuterol?
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A fast-acting beta-2 agonist which relaxes the airway
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What is the function of a Peak Expiratory Flow Meter (PERF)?
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Shows the highest rate at which air is blown from the lungs; is used to measure respiratory function.
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What is the only anti-viral currently used to treat RSV?
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Ribavirin
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What is a severe complication of bacterial pneumonia?
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Pulmonary embolism
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Is COPD reversible?
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No
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