Pulmonary embolism Flashcards
1
Q
Causes of tension pneumothorax
A
Trauma (parenchymal flap) - air in on inspiration but not leaving on expiration
CPR
Mechanical ventilation (due to positive ventilation)
2
Q
Symptoms and signs of tension pneumothorax
A
Sudden onset dyspnoea
Pleuritic chest pain
Tracheal deviation away from affected side in TENSION pneumothorax
Reduced expansion
Hyperressonance to percussion
Diminished breathsounds on the affected side
3
Q
DVT can be calculated using the _____ score
A
Well’s score
DVT likely: 2 points or more
DVT unlikely: 1 point or less
4
Q
What is the immediate management if DVT is likely
A
Proximal leg vein US within 4 hours - if NEG then do D-dimer test
If US cannot be done within 4 hours then do D-dimer test and give LMWH
