Obstructive Lung Disease Flashcards
1
Q
Where are West zones of the lung?
A
I is apex. II is mid-lung. III is base.
2
Q
Dose of magnesium for AE Asthma?
A
2g x1.
3
Q
SaO2 target for COPD?
A
88-92% Higher worsened mortality.
4
Q
NIPPV strategy for AECOPD?
A
Use it liberally; loads of benefit.
5
Q
NIPPV strategy for AE Asthma?
A
Doesn’t do much. Short (2 hour) trial is reasonable, but don’t delay intubation.
6
Q
Which is more powerful to increase minute ventilation? RR or Ti?
A
RR
