Fat Embolism Flashcards

1
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fat embolism

A

fat lodges into a small vessel

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2
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causes

A

trauma

surgery

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3
Q

signs

A

hypoxaemia
confusion + agitation
petechial rash

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4
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management

A

supportive

DVT prophylaxis

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