Critical Care 6 Flashcards

1
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EKG pattern of Brugada syndrome

A

Unusual ST-elevation of V1 and V2

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2
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Basic mechanism of Brugada syndrome

A

Sodium channelopathy —> decreased refractory period (of cardiomyocytes

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3
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CPAP reduces LV _____.

A

Preload and afterload

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4
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2 steps to address VT caused by a “suction event” in an LVAD patient

A
  1. Decrease the speed of the LVAD

2. Fluid bolus

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5
Q

Bladder pressure diagnostic of abdominal compartment syndrome

A

20 mmHg (sustained)

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6
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Pulse pressure variation greater than or equal to ___% indicates fluid responsiveness.

A

13

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7
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Tidal volume should be ___ cc/kg IBW for pulse pressure variation measurement.

A

10

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8
Q

What vent change will most improve dynamic hyperinflation?

A

Reducing respiratory rate

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9
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Tx for acute chest syndrome w/ SpO2<85% or PaO2<60 on RA (and/or 3 lobes involvement on CXR)

A

Exchange transfusion

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10
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Tx for acute chest syndrome w/ SpO2>85% or PaO2>60 on RA (and/or <3 lobes involvement on CXR)

A

PRBCs

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