Respiratory Flashcards
Define partial pressure of oxygen, haemoglobin saturation and oxygen content
Explain how oxygen is delivered to tissues
Critique the use of pulse oximetry to monitor oxygen content and delivery
Discuss the use of physical examination parameters to assess the respiratory system
Classify respiratory distress as mild, moderate or severe on the basis of physical examination findings
List the anatomical divisions of the respiratory tract and explain how to use clinical findings to localise the anatomical level responsible for respiratory distress
Describe how pulmonary auscultation can be used to evaluate common causes of respiratory distress
List the methods of oxygen supplementation and discuss their relative merits