Shortness of Breath Flashcards
1
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Indications for Non invasive ventilation with BIPAP
A
Moderate to severe dyspnea Accessory muscle use Paradoxical abdominal movement Fatigue RR > 25 bpm pH < 7.35, pCO2 >45
2
Q
Contraindications for Non invasive ventilation with BIPAP
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Respiratory arrest/absent respiratory drive Hemodynamic instability Aspiration Risk Airway obstruction Unable to tolerate mask Mask does not fit Altered mental status
3
Q
Treatment of acute CHF exacerbation
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nitrates, diuretics, PPV
4
Q
ACS treatment initial
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aspirin, antiplatelet/anticoagulation agents, reperfusion
5
Q
Anaphylaxis treatment
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epinephrine, beta-agonists, antihistamines, steroids
6
Q
Asthma, COPD exacerbation treatment
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beta-agonists, steroids
7
Q
Cardiac tamponade treatment
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pericardiocentesis
8
Q
Non-cariogenic pulmonary edema
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supplemental O2, PPV, diuretics
9
Q
PE treatment
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anticoagulation
10
Q
Pneumonia treatment
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antibiotics
11
Q
Pneumothorax treatment
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needle decompression, chest tube
12
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Upper airway obstruction treatment
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early intubation for airway protection (alternative: cricothyrotomy), treat underlying cause
