February 4, 2016 - Acute Dyspnea Flashcards
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Type 1 Respiratory Failure
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A low level of oxygen in the blood without an increased level of carbon dioxide in the blood.
Typically caused by a V/Q mismatch
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Type 2 Respiratory Failure
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Is caused by inadequate alveolar ventilation and both oxygen and carbon dioxide levels are affected.
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Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
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A severe, life-threatening medical emergency characterized by widespread inflammation in the lungs.
ARDS may be t riggered by clinical insults such as trauma, pneumonia, and sepsis.
PaO2 / FiO2 < 200
