Respiratory failure Flashcards
1
Q
Which mechanisms in lung disease contribute to hypoxemia?
A
Vent. - Perf. mismatch
Disturbed diffusion
Right - Left shunt
2
Q
Total alveolar ventilation normal value
A
4L/min
3
Q
Classification of respiratory failures
A
Partial (Type 1)
Global (Type 2)
Mixed (Type 3)
4
Q
Partial respiratory failure definition
A
Induced by pulmonary disease
PaO2 < 60
PaCO2 < 46
5
Q
Global respiratory failure definition
A
induced by pump failure
PaO2 < 60
PaCO2 > 46
6
Q
Which diseases can lead to type 2 (Global) respiratory failure?
A
Chest deformity
Neuromacular disease
Reduced respiratory drive
7
Q
SARS causes what respiratory failure?
A
1 and 3
8
Q
pH indication for invasive mechanical ventilation
A
Worsening hypercapnia
Acidosis
pH < 7.25
9
Q
WE divide respiratory failure into 2:
A
Partial- type I
Global- type II
