Respiratory Failure Flashcards
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Definition of type I respiratory failure
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PaO2 <8kPa
PaCO2 normal
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Causes of type I respiratory failure
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V/Q mismatch
Pneumonia, oedema, PE, asthma, emphysema, fibrosis, ARDS
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Causes of type II respiratory failure
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Alveolar hypoventilation Pulmonary disease Reduced respiratory drive Neuromuscular disease Thoracic wall disease
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Definition of type II respiratory failure
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PaO2 6kPa
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Treatment of respiratory failure
A
Find and treat underlying cause
If type II give controlled O2 aiming sats for 88-92%
