Causes of Hypoxemia Flashcards

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Hypoventilation

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Increased CO2: Muscular disorders, depression of the respiratory centers

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2
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Reduced Inspired Oxygen

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High Altitude, low FiO2

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3
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Shunts

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Atelectasis, Pulmonary Edema, Pneumonia, ARDS

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4
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Diffusion defects

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Emphysema, Pulmonary Fibrosis

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5
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Poor distribution of Ventilation

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Obstructed Airways, Bronchospasms

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