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10 Cards in this Set
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What anatomic and mechanical factors predispose patients to aspiration?
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hiatal hernia, scleroderma, NGTs
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Is GERD an absolute risk for aspiration?
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A "soft call"
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What should be done to prevent aspiration in patients with a NGT?
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Actively empty stomach beforehand, use cricoid pressure
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What is the worst type of aspirate?
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Acid food particles
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What is the second worst type of aspirate?
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Non-acid food particles
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What is the third word type of aspirate?
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Acid (pH<2.5) liquid
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What is the "best" type of aspirate?
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nonacid (pH>2.5) liquid
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Will a CXR show infiltrates immediately after aspiration?
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No, may take several hours
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What methods reduce the risk of aspiration?
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NPO, nonparticulate antacids, H2 antagonists, anticholinergics, metclopramide, position
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What is the minimum NPO to reduce risk of aspiration?
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6 hours
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