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1
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What are the reversible causes of cardiac arrest (snowman and tent)

A
High potassium / low potassium
Hypoxia
Hypothermia
Hypovelimia 
Toxins
Tamponades
Thrombus
Tension pneumothorax
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2
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High CO2 and low pH =

A

Respiratory acidosis

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3
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Low CO2 and high pH =

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Respiratory alkalosis

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4
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What are the characteristics of type 1 respiratory failure?

A

CO2 normal/low and low O2

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5
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What are the characteristics of type 2 respiratory failure?

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High CO2 and low O2

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6
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What is the acronym for the causes of delirium?

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Pain
INfection
Constipation
Hydration
Medication
Electrolytes
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What is the acronym for handing over a pt?

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Assess
Control
Communication
Evaluate
Prepare
Transfer
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