Pediatrics Flashcards
1
Q
What Circuit has most efficient in SV vs CV?
A
“ASk for aCD.”
MaplesonA= most efficient withSpontaneous ventilation.InControlled ventilation,MaplesonDis most efficient.
Overall, the Mapleson D arrangement is the most efficient in both controlled and spontaneous ventilation.
2
Q
When considering both spontaneous and controlled ventilation, which pediatric breathing system requires the LOWEST fresh-gas flow rates?
A
Overall, the Mapleson D arrangement is the most efficient in both controlled and spontaneous ventilation.
3
Q
Factors that result in a slowing of an inhalational induction include
A
The presence of a right-to-left intracardiac shunt, as well as the use of a less soluble volatile anesthetic agent.
