Respiratory Failure

Question 1

Respiratory Failure

Answer 1

Inability of the lungs to meet the metabolic demands of the bodyT

Question 2

Type I Respiratory Failure

Answer 2

Hypoxemia - SpO2 < 90%, PaO2 < 60mmHg, PaCO2 normal or below normal

Most Common - Lung Dz severe enough to interfere with pulmonary O2 exchange, but overall ventilation is maintained

Question 3

Type II Respiratory Failure

Answer 3

Hypoxemia + Hypercapnia - PaCO2 > 45mmHg, SpO2 < 90%, PaO2 < 60mmHg