Respiratory Flashcards
When looking at the oxyhemoglobin dissociation curve graph, what causes there to be a steep incline?
This is the result of the increased ease of O2 binding as the second, third, and forth O2 molecules are bound to the same heme subunits.
Your patient is hypothermic and breathing rapidly. Would you expect to see a left or right shift of the oxyhemoglobin dissociation curve?
Left Shift
What are some long term effects of Chronic Bronchitis (COPD)?
- Increased CO2 retention via V/Q mismatch
- Acidemia
- Hypoxia
What is the most common cause of respiratory failure?
V/Q Mismatch.
** ventilation / perfusion mismatch **
What are some factors that could cause a right shift of the oxyhemoglobin dissociation curve?
- Increased PCO2 (slow breathing)
- Increased Temperature
- Increased 2, 3 DPG
- Decreased pH (Acidosis)
_______ is the second most common cause of sudden, unexpected death, at any age.
Pulmonary Embolus
What is the target oxygen therapy for patients with COPD?
- SaO2 > 90%
- PaO2 > 60 mmHg
What is the primary cause of death for patients suffering from ARDS?
Sepsis and/or multi-organ failure
** Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome **
What appearance would you expect the oxyhemoglobin dissociation curve to have in the presence of a high V/Q mismatch?
The oxyhemoglobin dissociation curve would have a flat appearance.
_______ is defined by permanent enlargement of the air spaces distal to the terminal bronchioles.
Chronic Emphysema (COPD)
True or False
ABGs are extremely reliable in the setting of a pulmonary emboli.
False.
ABGs are unreliable in the setting of a pulmonary emboli.
What are type 2 respiratory cells?
Type 2 respiratory cells are responsible for surfactant production.
_______ is a condition of expiratory airflow obstruction as measured by a decrease in the forced expiratory volume in one second.
COPD
If a patient experiences an increase of pH levels (respiratory alkalosis), would you expect a left or right shift in the oxyhemoglobin dissociation curve?
Left Shift
True or False
Patients suffering from ARDS usually require less PEEP then other respiratory related diseases.
False.
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) patients will generally require PEEP at 12 - 18 cm H2O
** normal PEEP is 5 - 10 cm H2O **
A patient is being adequately ventilated yet perfusion remains low. Is this suggestive of a high or low V/Q mismatch?
High V/Q Mismatch
** the alveoli are well inflated but oxygen is not diffusing into the blood **