Clinical deterioration Flashcards
1
Q
What are some ways to recognising clinical deterioration ?
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2
Q
Define Hypoxia
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3
Q
Define Hypotension
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4
Q
Define tachypnoea
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5
Q
What compensatory mechanisms occur within the body when there is a decrease in oxygen delivery to the tissues and a reduction in cardiac output?
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increased respiratory rate, increased heart rate
6
Q
What are the signs of failing compensatory mechanisms (decompensating)
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Reduction in oxygen saturations, falling BP, increased HR.
