PEEP

Question 1

Indications for PEEP

Answer 1

when manual bag being used
CPO when CPAP not available

Question 2

Contraindications for PEEP

Answer 2

Cardiac arrest in adults/children

Question 3

Cautions for PEEP

Answer 3

None

Question 4

Actions for PEEP

Answer 4

Reduces workload of breathing and helps airway to remain open. reduces pressure in the thoracic cavity reducing preload and increasing afterload to the R ventricle reducing the amount of fluid entering the lungs

Question 5

PEEP settings

Answer 5

• ADULT - set to 5cmH20 for TBI, COPD, asthma or signs of shock. COPD increase to 15 if no improvement
• CHILD - set to 5cmH20 for all conditions
• NEONATES - Set to 5cmH20 including cardiac arrest