RESPIRATORY ALKALOSIS Flashcards
Most common cause of Respiratory Alkalosis
Anxiety/Panic Attack
Manifestations (PLARDC TITS Po)
a. Paresthesia
b. Light headedness
c. Anxiety
d. Restlessness
e. Decreased LOC
f. Convulsion
g. Tachycardia
h. Increased Deep Tendon Reflex
i. Tetany
j. Seizures
k. Positive Trousseaus and Chvostek’s sign
Collaborative Management (TAPAPSOI)
a. Treat underlying cause, removing causative agent
b. Anxiety - anxiolytics and sedatives
c. Patients breath into brown paper bag with cupped hands
d. Allay anxiety. Recommend activities that promote relaxation (deep breathing)
e. Provide undisturbed rest periods.
f. Stay with pt during periods of extreme stress and anxiety
g. Offer reassurance and maintain calm, quiet environment
h. Institute safety measures and seizure precautions (pad side rails(
