Principles of Resus Flashcards
1
Q
what is resuscitation
A
The process of correcting physiological disorders in an acutely unwell patient.
2
Q
what are the clinical indicators of deterioration in an acutely ill patient
A
tachypnoea, tachycardia, hypotension, reduced conscious levels
3
Q
who would you not give high flow oxygen
A
CO2 retainers
4
Q
what should you aim your O2 sats to be in a COPD patient
A
88-92%
5
Q
what venflon if large amount of blood loss
A
large bore centrally
6
Q
how do you treat hypoglycaemia
A
give dextrose orally or IV
IM glucagon
