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Carbon Monoxide and 100% Oxygen Delivery Flashcards

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Sources of CO poisoning

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  • Smoke inhalation
  • Car exhaust
  • Gas heater leak
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Why is CO exposure dangerous

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  • Toxic, colourless, odourless, tasteless gas (difficult to detect)
  • CO has stronger affinity to Hb than O2, binding to create carboxyhaemoglobin in blood which prevents O2 delivery to tissues
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Treatment of CO poisoning

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  • 100% O2 via smoke inhalation circuit
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Signs and symptoms of CO poisoning

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  • Red complexion
  • ^ RR
  • Lethargy
  • Increase COHb on VBG
  • Decreased LOC
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EP: Orientation to Resuscitation Procedure Role (28 decks)

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