Chapter 1 - Oxygenation and acid Base Flashcards
1
Q
What is Hypoxemic Hypoxia?
A
Lower than normal Pa02
2
Q
What is Anemic Hypoxia?
A
reduced number of RBC’s
3
Q
What is circulatory hypoxia?
A
reduced cardiac output and reduced tissue perfusion
4
Q
what is histotoxic hypoxia?
A
Prevention of O2 uptake like in cyanide poisoning.
5
Q
What is affinity hypoxia?
A
reduced release of 02 from Hb. anything that causes a left shift.
6
Q
What is hypoxemia?
A
Low PaO2
7
Q
What does Hypoventilation cause in relation to Hypoxemia?
A
increased PaC02 decreased Pa02
8
Q
What does high altitude and low Fi02 cause?
A
reduced inspired oxygen and causeing hypoxemia
9
Q
What are some causes of shunts that can cause hypoxemia?
A
PNA,
Atelectasis,
Pulmonary Edema,
ARDS
