Clinical Manifestations of Respiratory Distress Flashcards
1
Q
Respiratory acidosis
A
- restlessness
- confusion
- diaphoresis
- tachypnea
- dyspnea
2
Q
Severe Respiratory Acidosis
A
- cyanosis
- dilated facial blood vessels
- dilated conjunctival vessels
- lethargy
- ventricular dysrhythmias
- coma
3
Q
Respiratory Alkalosis
A
- lightheadedness
- anxiety
- circumoral numbness
- paresthesias
4
Q
Severe Respiratory Alkalosis
A
- confusion
- syncope
- cardiac dysrhythmias
- seizures
- tetany
