Pulm extra Flashcards
1
Q
what is the westermark sign or the hampton hump sign associaed with ?
A
pulmonary embolism
2
Q
prior to procedures requiring endotracheal intubation, what should patients with a history of asthma be given to reduce postop complications?
A
inhaled rapid-acting beta agonist before surgery
3
Q
what are the normals for pH, HCO3, and PCO2
A
pH - 7.35-7.45
HCO3 - 22-26
PCO2 - 35-45
