Pulmonary Edema Flashcards
1
Q
Cardiogenic vs noncardiogenic pulmonary edema
A
Cardiogenic:
due to disturbance of starling forces
CXR: Kerley B lines
Non-Cardiogenic:
due to direct injury and damage to lung parenchyma and vasculature
CXR: “batwing pattern”
2
Q
Evaluation for pulmonary edema
A
CBC Electrolytes Pulse ox and ABG BNP EKG CXR US Echo Swan Ganz catheter
3
Q
Medications effective in reducing preload
A
Nitroglycerin Sodium nitroprusside Isosorbide dinitrate Loop diuretics Morphine BIPAP
4
Q
Medications effective in reducing afterload
A
ACE
ARB
Sodium nitroprusside
5
Q
Most common etiology for pulmonary edema in pregnancy:
A
25% - tocolysis
25% - cardiac disease
21% - fluid overload
18% - preeclampsia
