Respiratory Failure & Distress Flashcards
1
Q
What are the ABG values indicating respiratory failure?
A
Arterial partial pressure of oxygen (PaO2 ) <60 mm Hg when breathing room
air
• Pa CO2 >50 mm Hg resulting in acidosis
2
Q
Which type of Immunoglobin in involved in anaphylaxis?
A
Ig E
3
Q
What is the management of anaphylaxis?
A
Adrenaline (epipen)
4
Q
Indicators of respiratory distress in infancy
A
Moderate • Tachycardia • Respiratory rate >50 bpm • Nasal flaring • Use of accessory muscles • Intercostal and subcostal recession • Head retraction • Unable to feed Severe • Cyanosis • Getting tired • Reduced conscious level • Saturation <92% despite oxygen therapy • Rising partial pressure of carbon dioxide (pCO 2 )
