PEEP Flashcards
1
Q
Indication for PEEP?
A
Pulmonary oedema
Asthma and COPD
Profound hypoxaemia
Newborn resuscitations
2
Q
Contraindications for PEEP?
A
Absolute:
Hypotension (SBP less than 90mmHg)
Relative:
Pneumothorax
Uni-lateral lung disease
Broncho-pleural fistula
Hypovolaemia
3
Q
Complications for PEEP?
A
Caution used in patient with asthma and obstructive lung disease
Hypotension