ARDS Flashcards
1
Q
What is ARDS?
A
Acute condition of bilateral pulmonary infiltrates and severe hyperaemia in the absence of a cardiogenic cause
Increased permeability of alveolar capillaries, leading to fluid accumulation in alveoli
2
Q
What can cause ARDS?
A
Infection Trauma Smoke inhalation Acute pancreatitis Cardio-pulmonary bypass Massive blood transfusion
3
Q
What is the presentation of ARDS?
A
Acute onset and severe
Dyspnoea, tachypnoea
Bilateral crackles
Low O2 sats
4
Q
What investigations are done for ARDS?
A
CXR
ABG
Pulmonary artery wedge pressure if needed
5
Q
What are the diagnostic criteria for ARDS?
A
Acute onset
Pulmonary oedema
Pa02/Fi02 <200mmHg= aka low sats despite oxygen
6
Q
What is the management of ARDS?
A
ITU with oxygenation/ventilation
Manage cause and general supportive care
Prone position can help
7
Q
What is the prognosis for ARDS?
A
~30-50% mortality
