Valley Review Book Flashcards
How much body water is in the ECF? ICF?
TBW = 42L
ECF (1/3)= 14L
ICF (2/3)= 28L
Components of phospholipids in the phospholipid bilayer
Hydrophobic head (+ charge) Hydrophilic tail
Major Intercellular Ions
K, Mg, PO4
Major extracellular ions
Na, Cl, Ca, HCO3
Examples of ligand gated ION channels
5-HT3, GABA(A), Glutamate
Examples of GPCR
Muscarinic ACh receptors & most adrenergic receptors
Function of Na-K ATPase (pump)
3 Na OUT and 2 K IN
Example of something that stimulates the Na-K Pump
Insulin and Beta-2 agonists (aka ritodrine, terbutaline)
The 4 major categories of receptors
- Ligand gated ion Channels
- GPCR
- Calalytic
- nuclear receptors
Effect of increased cAMP in cardiac muscle
Increases contractility (d/t inc Ca) (Beta-1)
Effect of increased cAMP in bronchial muscle
relaxes bronchial smooth muscle(d/t dec Ca) (Bronchodilation) (Beta 2)
What kind of receptors are beta adrenergic receptors
Gs: stimulate increased cAMP
Subunits of the GPCR
heterotrimeric:
Gamma
Beta
Alpha
List the common second messengers
cAMP cGMP Ca Calmodulin Inositol Phosphate (IP3) Diacylglycerol (DAG)
Metabolizes cAMP into AMP
PDE
cAMP simulates
Protein Kinase A
Activates cGMP
NO, NTG, Nitroprusside, Nitric Oxide Donors
Function of phospholipase C
create IP3
Normal serum osmolality
300 mOsm/kg (270-310)
Most electrolytes are reabsorbed in what part of the nephron?
Proximal Tubule
Site of action of carbonic anhydrase inhibitors
Proximal Tubule
Function of the descending loop of henle
Reabsorbs H2O (Impervious to Na)
Site of action of loop diuretics
Ascending Thick LOH
Function of Ascending Thick LOH
NA/K-Cl Pump
Site of action of ADH
Collecting Ducts
MOA of ADH
Inserts Aquaporins (V2) into the collecting duct to facilitate reabsorption of H2O
The site of action of aldosterone
collecting duct (primarily) and Late Distal Tubule
MOA of aldosterone
Facilitates Na (therefore H2O) reabsorption and K+ excretion
Site of action of hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ)
Early Distal Tubule
Site of action of Spironolactone (K sparing)
Late Distal Tubule
The peritubular capillaries of the LOH
Vasa Recta
Components of the nephron found in the cortex
Glomeruli, proximal tubules, distal tubules
Components of the nephron found in the medulla
LOH and Collecting Ducts
CO delivered to kidneys
1.25L/min (25%)
What establishes the osmotic gradient in the medulla of the nephron?
Loop of Henle
Where is glucose reabsorbed in the nephron
Proximal Tubule
Where is vasopressin synthesizes? Released?
Synthesized in the paraventricular and supraoptic nuclei of the hypothalamus
Released from the posterior pituitary (Neurohypophysis)
What stimulates ADH release?
Increase plasma osmolarity (also Stress, hypotension Pain, CPAP, PEEP, VA)
Normal urine osmolarity
1200-1500 mOsm (AVP level low 0.5mg/kg/hr)
Urine osmolarity seen with high levels of AVP/ADH/Vasopressin
50-100 mOsm (AVP level 2-25 mg/kg/hr)
Causes of SIADH
Intracranial Tumor, Hypothyroidism, Porphyria, small Oats cell carcinoma of the lung
the major determinant fo extracellular fluid volume
Sodium content
Most important HORMONE for regulation of extracellular fluid volume
Aldosterone
Things that increase Na excretion
increased GFR, increased ANP, decreased aldosterone
Things that decrease Na excretion
decreased GFR, increased aldosterone, decreased ANP
Where is aldosterone produced
Zona Glomerulosa of the adrenal cortex
Where in the nephron is most of the sodium reabsorbed
proximal tubule (active process requiring energy)
Where in the nephron is most of the potassium reabsorbed?
Proximal Tubule 60%; Ascending LOH 25%
What factors increase K+ excretion?
- Aldosterone secretion
- Increased Distal Tubular flow rate: Increased flow rate seen with Lasix
- BiCarbonate Concentration in Tubular Fluid: increase urine alkalinity increases K+ excretion
List some loop diuretics
(ide) furosemide bumetanide Torsemide Ethacrynic acid
What is the target for loop diuretics?
Inhibition of the Na-K-2Cl symporter: inhibit the reabsorption of these ions (located in the Thick Ascending LOH)
Side effects of loop diuretics
Hypokalemia, Fluid volume deficit, Otho Hypo, reversible deafness
MOA of thiazide diuretics
Inhibit Na reabsorption in the early distal tubule
Examples of Thiazide diuretics
Chlorothiazide, Hydrochlorothiazide, Chlorthalidone, Metolazone
MOA of potassium-Sparing Diuretics
Decrease Na reabsorption form the late distal tubule and collecting duct
MOA of Spironolactone
Competitively inhibits aldosterone:
- therefore inhibits sodium reabsorption in the late distal tubule and collecting duct
Side effects of thiazide diuretics
Hypokalemia due to increased K+ secretion
Side effects of potassium-sparing diuretics
Hyperkalemia
MOA of carbonic anhydrase inhibitor
Inhibits the enzyme carbonic anhydrase in the proximal tubule which inhibits bicarb reabsorption
Example of carbonic anhydrase inhibitor
Acetazolamide
Actions of carbonic anhydrase inhibitors
Dec Bicarb reabsorption
Dec sodium reabsorption
-> these cause diuresis
-> hyperchloremic metabolic acidosis
One of the principal therapeutic uses of acetazolamide
Decrease IOP by decreasing formation of aqueous humor
Side effects from osmotic diuretics
Hypokalemia (K+ secretion is increased secondary to flow through the distal tubule and collecting duct)
Prerenal causes of perioperative oliguria
Decreased RBF
Hypovolemia
Decreased CO
Renal causes of perioperative oliguria
Renal Tubular Damage (acute tubular necrosis)
Renal Ischemia
Nephrotoxic Drugs
Release of HgB or Myoglobin
Postrenal causes of perioperative oliguria
Obstruction
Bilateral ureteral obstruction
Extravasation due to bladder rupture
Tests to differentiate prerenal from renal failure
Renal failure (Aka acute tubular necrosis, ATN)) has high fractional excretion of sodium (FENa) > 0.03 (3%) Prerenal failure FENa < 0.01 (1%)
Normal GFR
125 ml/min
GFR for renal insufficiency
12-50 mL/min
Pathophysiology of CKD
Chronic anemia Pruritus Coagulopathies Hyperkalemia Hypocalcemia Hypermagnesemia HTN Pericardial Dz Metabolic acidosis
Treatment options for hyperkalemia
give Ca Give HCO3 Hyperventilate Loop Diuretics Give insulin-glucose Administer B2 agonist (terbutaline) Kayexelate Dialysis
Where is most of the HCO3 absorbed?
In the proximal Tubule (90%)
Formula for anion Gap
([Na]+[K])-([Cl]+[HCO3])
Normal anion gap
12mM
What is the definition of anion gap?
total of unmeasured anions (-) such as Proteins, HPO4, & SO4
Ion responsible for RMP in nerve? Depolarization? REpolarization?
RMP = K Depolarization= Na INTO cell Reploarization = K OUT of cell
Motor neurons are what kind of nerve fiber?
A-alpha fibers (Large, myelinated, fast conduction velocity)
Receptors found in the motor end plate
Nm (nicotinic ACh receptors)
What affect does ACh binding to PREsynaptic Nicotinic receptors in the NMJ have?
Positive feedback: increases release of ACh
This accounts for fade seen with NDMB and phase II blocks with succ
Ions that diffuse across NMJ as a result of ACh binding to nicotinic receptors
Ca and Na IN K OUT (Hyperkalemia with succ)
What subunit does ACh (and succ) bind to on the Nicotinic receptor in the NMJ
2 Alpha subunits (one ACh to each)
MOA of NDMB
Competitive inhibition of ACh- binding sites (Alpha subunits) in the NMJ
How long after succ does myalgia occur?
24-48 hours
Characteristics of NDMBs
aka Phase II Block: Competitive inhibition Fade after high frequency stimulation Exhibits post-tetatinc facilitation Antagonized by anticholinesterases NO fasciculations
Metabolism of succinylcholine
Plasma cholinesterase ( false, pseudo, non-specific, or type-II)
Characteristics of depolarizing muscle blockers
AKA Phase I Block:
- decreased single twitch hight
- response to high frequency stimulation is maintained
- minimal or No fade after TOF
- Antagonized by non depolarizers
- potentiated by anticholinesterase
- Fasciculations precede block
Intermediate action NMBs
(30-45min) (CAR-V) Cisatracurium Atracurium Rocuronium Vecuronium
Define DOA of NMBs
The time from injection to return of 25% twitch height
The amino steroid NMB
“curonium”
Rocuronium
Vecuronium
Pancuronium
The benzylisoquinoline NMB
“curium”
Atracurium
Cisatracurium
Mivacurium
What are some properties of NMBs?
100% ionized at physiologic pH
VERY highly protein bound
Do NOT cross BBB/Placenta (d/t ionization)
excreted in urine (d/t ionization)
NMB with primarily biliary excretion
Vec and Roc
Metabolism is the primary route of elimination for which NMBs
Succ, atracurium, Cis, mivacurium
the “curiums” + Succ
NMB which is metabolized by hofmann elimination
Cisatricurium
Atracurium ( and ester hydrolysis by non-specific esterase’s)
NMB’s that elicit the release of histamine
Succ, Miv, atra …
Why does succinylcholine elicit bradycardia
Mimics the action of ACh at muscarinic receptors in the SA node
NMB that is a direct vagolytic
Pancuronium ( aka antimuscarinic actions)
Potassium changes seen with succinylcholine
Increases plasma K by 0.5 mEq/L in healthy
5-10 mEq/L in Burn, trauma or head injury
Why is the twitch response greater on the paralyzed size of a hemiplegic patient?
Due to up-regulation of ACh receptors
Signs of malignant hyperthermia
Increased EtCO2, Pyrexia, Tachycardia, Cyanosis, Rigidity, or master spasm (trismus)
Serum abnormalities seen in MH
increased H, K, Ca, and CO2
Decreased O2
What defect is present that causes MH
Mutation in ryanodine receptor (RyR1)
One of the earliest, most sensitive and specific signs of MH
Elevation in EtCO2
Antibiotics that increase the degree of blockade with NDNMBs
Neomycin, streptomycin
LAs that increase the degree of blockade with NDNMBs
Amides (dec dose by 1/3 to 1/2)
Effect of VAA on degree of blockade from NDNMBs
increased blockade
Lithiums effect on NMBlockade
increases degree of block
Effect of myasthenia graves on succinylcholine
block DECREASED
Clinical response to 75-80% blockade
TV > 5mg/kg; single twitch as strong as baseline
Clinical response for 90% blockade
ABD relaxation adequate for most and surgeries (1 twitch on TOF)
Clinical response for 70-75% Blockade
No palpable fade, sustained tetany for 5 seconds, VC at least 20 mL/kg ( reliable indicator for recovery)
Clinical response for 50% blockade
Neg insp test -40cm H2O, Head Lift for 5 seconds, sustained strong hand grip, SUSTAINED BITE, (reliable indicator of recovery
When does a phase II block occur with succinylcholine
Treatment with higher doses, and/or prolonged exposure (this is diagnosed by the presence of FADE)
The predominant neurotransmitter in the periphery
ACh
Where is NE released in the periphery
From all sympathetic POST-ganglionic nerves (the exception is sweat glands)
The adrenal medulla is innervated by
Sympathetic Preganglionic Neurons that release ACh
Where are muscarinic receptors found
peripherally in tissues innervated by parasympathetic postganglionic neurons
List the nerve fiber types and their transmitted sensation
A-alpha: Muscle contraction & proprioception A-beta: Proprioception, touch, pressure A-gamma: Skeletal muscle tone A-delta: Pain, Temperature, Touch B-Fibers: Autonomic sC-Fibers: Autonomic dC-Fibers: Pain, Temperature, Touch
Origin of the sympathetic nervous system
Thoracolumbar: T1-L2 or T1-L3
Origin of cardiac accelerators
T1-T4
Origin of the stellate ganglion
Inferior cervical and first thoracic ganglia
Signs and symptoms of Horner Syndrome
(Stellate ganglion block) Ipsilateral Miosis Ptosis Enophthalamos Flushing Increased Skin Temp Anhydrosis Nasal Congestion
All sympathetic preganglionic fibers pass through the _______
White Ramus located from T1-L2
Function of grey rami
Allow for coordinated mass discharge of the SNS
What is the function of presynaptic Alpha 2 receptors
Negative feedback for the release of NE
Pathway for the synthesis of NE
Tyrosine-> L-Dopa-> Dopamine (DA) -> NE -> Epi
What is the % of NE and Epinephrine in the adrenal medulla?
20% NE; 80% Epi
What metabolizes NE
MAO in the nerve terminal; COMT in the plasma
80% of NE is not metabolized but undergoes reuptake from the synaptic cleft
Drugs to avoid in patients taking MAOI’s
Indirect acting sympathomimetics (ephedrine) and Meperidine: They may lead to hypertensive crisis Meperidine > ephedrine
Effect of Beta 1 stimulation on the heart
Increased HR(SA node) , Contractility (muscle fibers), and conduction speed (AV node)
Effect of Beta 2 stimulation on the lungs
increased secretions and bronchodilation
Beta receptor of the kidney
Beta 1: increases renin release -> Increase BP
Beta receptor of the liver
Beta 2: Gluconeogenesis and glycogenolysis
Effect of Beta stimulation on the uterus
Beta 2: relaxation (Ritodrine)
Resting BP is controlled mainly by _______
Renin (85%)
Where is renin released
Juxtaglomerular cells of the AFFERENT arteriole
Function of Renin
Converts angiotensinogen to Angiotensin I
Where is ACE found
On the endothelial surface of capillaries especially in the PULMONARY Capillaries (this is why it causes cough)
The two most important stimuli for aldosterone release
Angiotensin II and High serum potassium
Function of aldosterone
Increase potassium excretion and sodium reabsorption (Promotes volume expansion)
What causes Renin release
Dec RBF
Inc SNS stimulation or [Cl-]
Why do we see a decrease in MAP and Diastolic BP with low dose EPI
Beta 2 mediated vasodilation (decreased SVR)
Anatomical landmark for T4
Nipple
What are some side effects of ritodrine?
Hyperglycemia, Hypokalemia, tachycardia
Origin of the parasympathetic nervous system
Craniosacral
Cranial Nerves: oculomotor CN III, facial CN VII, glossopharyngeal CN IX, and Vagus CN X
Sacral nerves S2-S4
Drug that can cause cholinergic crisis
Physostigmine (i.e. excess acetylcholine)
Symptoms of cholinergic crisis
DUMBBELL STPD (accessive AcH) Diarrhea, Urination, Miosis, Bradycardia, Bronchoconstriction, Emesis, Lacrimation, Lethargy, Salivation, & Seizures. Treatment Atropine, Pralidoxamine, and Diazepam
Which antimuscarinic least crosses the BBB
Glycopyrolate (d/t charged ammonium group)
Signs of anticholinergic syndrome
delirium, dry mouth, flushed skin, blurred vision, tachycardia, rash, hypotension
(mad as a hatter, Dry as a bone, Red as a beet, Blind as a bat….)
Treatment for anticholinergic syndrome
Physostigmine
Bronchodilation is promoted by stimulation of which receptor
Beta 2 Adrenergic
MOA of leukotriene antagonists?
competitive antagonists of leukotriene
What is the function of the reticular activating system (RAS)
functions to maintain alert/awake state
What is the purpose of SSEP monitoring
Monitor for posterior chord ischemia or brain ischemia
Site of SSEP stimulation at the ankle
Tibial Nerve
Indicators of damage in nerve being monitored surging SSEP
DECREASE in amplitude
INCREASE in latency
Motor evoked potentials are used to monitor for
Ischemia to the anterior (ventral) cord
BAEP monitor the integrity of
CN VIII
VEPs monitor the integrity of
The optic nerve CN II
Order the evoked potentials according to their sensitivity to anesthetic agents
VEP (Very)
SSEP (Somewhat)
BAEP (Barely)
Where is the substantial gelatinous located
In Lamina II & III of the dorsal horn
Major neurotransmitter of A-delta fibers
Glutamate which binds to AMPA and NMDA
Major neurotransmitter for C Fibers
Substance P which binds to NK-1 receptors
What is the function of the dorsolateral tract
(descending tract) modulates pain
What is the function of the lateral spinothalamic tract?
Carry pain and temperature
What is the function of the ventral spinothalamic tract
crude touch and pressure
Root associated with clavicle dermatome
C4
Root associated with nipple dermatome
T4
Root associated with xiphoid dermatome
T6
Root associated with umbilicus dermatome
T10
Root associated with tibia dermatome
L4-L5
Root associated with perineum dermatome
S2-S5
What decreases the release of substance P from C-Fibers
Enkephalin (Modulates Pain)
Spinal opioid analgesia is mediated through what receptor
Mu-2 primarily (S in Spinal looks like 2)
Name the hydrophilic opioids
Morphine
Name the lipophilic opioids
fentanyl, alfentanil, sufentanil
Site of action of IV opioids? Intrathecal/Epidural?
- IV: Periventricular/periaqueductal grey
- Spinal/Epidural: Substantia Gelatinosa
Supraspinal analgesia is mediated by
Mu-1 (primarily), Delta, and Kappa receptors
Side effects from Mu-1 receptors
Bradycardia and Euphoria
Opioid receptor responsible for physical dependence and respiratory dependence
Mu-2
Kappa receptors are responsible for
sedation and dysphoria
Competitive opioid antagonist
Naloxone (narcan)
Naltrexone (trexate)
Nalmefene
White rami carry _______
myelinated sympathetic preganglionci neurons
List the Cranial Nerves
Oh Oh Oh To Touch And Feel A Girls Vagina Ahh Heaven Olfactory Optic Oculomotor Tochlear Trigeminal Abducens Facial Acoustic (Vestibulococclear) Glossopharyngeal Vagus Accessory Hypoglossal
Site of formation of CSF
Choroid Plexus of the Lateral, Third, and Fourth ventricles
Site of reabsorption of CSF
Arachnoid Villi and arachnoid granulations (both are part of the arachnoid membrane
List the flow of CSF in the brain
Choroid plexus -> Lateral Vent -> Foramina of Munro -> Third Ventricle -> Aqueduct of Sylvius -> Fourth vent -> Foramina of Lusaka & Magendie -> Subarachnoid Space -> Brain -> Arachnoid Villi
Major vessels that supply the circle of willis
Internal Carotid arteries and the basilar artery
What is stump pressure
measures the pressure transmitted through the circle of willie back to the carotid artery
Desired stump pressure
> 40 mmHg
Effects of VAA on CBF? CMRO2
Dec CMRO2
Increased CBF
Effects of IV anesthetics in CBF & CMRO2?
Decrease both (Except ketamine which increases both)
Arterial blood supply to the spinal cord
(1) one anterior spinal artery
(2) two posterior spinal arteries
(3) small segmental spinal arteries
Major source of blood to the spinal cord
75% via the anterior spinal arteries
Origin of the artery of adamkiewicz
From the left side in the lower thoracic (T8-T12 75%) or upper lumbar region (L1-L2 10%)
Decorticate rigidity is cause by
Damage to the brain above the cerebellum and brainstem aka supratentorial (upper ext flexion lower ext extension with feet turned medial)
Decerebrate rigidity is caused by
Extensive damage to the brainstem or cerebral lesions that compress the thalamus and brainstem
Mechanical ventilation is required for which form of rigidity
Decerebrate d/t damaged brainstem which contains vital responses centers
What is the normal ICP?
< 15 mmHg
Components of Cushing’s triad
Increased BP (MAP)
Decrease in HR
Irregular respiration
Cushing’s triad is the result of
increased intracranial pressure
What is the correct placement of the single orifice catheter
- 0 cm ABOVE the junction of the SVC and atrium
2. 0cm Below for MULTI orifice catheters
At what age does the anterior fontanelle close
18 months
Which fontanelle closes last
Posterolateral
The P wave correlates with what cardiac event
Atrial depolarization
The PR Interval correlates with what cardiac event
Atrial systole & AV nodal delay
The QRS Complex correlates with what cardiac event
Ventricular Depolarization (and atrial repolarization)
The QT interval correlates with what cardiac event
Ventricular systole
The T wave correlates with what cardiac event
Ventricular depolarization
Phases in the SA node action potential
Phase 4: Diastole (K+ OUT & some Na IN) (Ca is in the last 1/3)
Phase 0: Slow depolarization (Ca & Na INTO cell)
Phase 3: Depolarization (K+ OUT of the cell)
Phase 4: Diastole (Na/K Pump restores Na and K lvls)
On what phase for the nodal action potential do CCB work?
They slow the rate of Phase 4 depolarization
On what phase of the cardiac action potential do CCB work?
The work on Phase 2 (Plateau)
RMP of cardiac ventricular cells
-90 mV
What happens when gates Na channels are inactivated?
Cell enters the absolute refractory period
Diagnosis of RBBB on the ECG
Look at leads V1 & V6
V1 = rSR’ (broad R’ wave)
V6= qRS
Diagnosis of LBBB on the ECG
Look at leads V1 & V6
V1= Loss of R wave
V6= Wide R wave with a notch
Diagnosis of 1st degree heart block
PR interval > 0.20 seconds
Diagnosis of 2nd degree AV block Type I
Progressive increase in PR interval until a beat is skipped
Diagnosis of 2nd degree AV block Type II
Appearance of a NON-CONDUCTED P-wave (No progressive prolongation of PR)
Diagnosis of 3rd Degree AV block
Independent P-wave (atrial) and QRS wave (Ventricular) activity
What is the cause of Heart rate increase from Right atrial stretching
Bainbridge Reflex
Indication of myocardial ischemia on ECG
Subendocardial ischemia = ST depression > 1mm
Transmural Injury = ST elevation > 1mm
What part of the ventricular action potential correlates with the QRS complex?
Phase 0
What part of the ventricular action potential correlates with the T wave?
Phase 3
What part of the ventricular action potential correlates with the QT Interval?
Phase 2
EKG changes for hyperkalemia
Peaked or tented T waves
EKG changes for hypokalemia
U waves
HR for paroxysmal atrial tachycardia (PAT)
HR 150-250 bpm
Diagnostic criteria for WPW
Presence of Delta wave
can induce V-Fib
Leads indicating obstruction to posterior descending artery
V1-V2 (posterior)
Leads indicating obstruction to RCA
II, III, aVF (Inferior walls)
Leads indicating obstruction to LAD
I, aVL, V1-V4
Leads indicating obstruction to circumflex artery
I, aVL, V5-V6
Best leads for monitoring for ST depression or elevation
V3-V5, III, aVF (In that order)
Best lead to monitor narrow QRS complex rhythms
Lead II (arrhythmia)
Mnemonic for where in the adrenal cortex hormones are produced?
Glomerulosa / Aldosterone (mineralcorti)
Fasciculata / Cortisone (Glucocorticoid)
Reticularis / Testosterone
(GFR) / (ACT)
Things that determine Stroke Volume
preload, afterload, and contractility
Preload is determined by what 3 factors
intravascular volume, venous tone, and ventricular compliance
The major determinant of intravascular volume
Sodium (Na) in the body
What represents preload and afterload in the frank starling law
Preload = force Afterload= Tension
What causes concentric hypertrophy
Chronic untreated HTN
Chronic AS
Coarctation of the aorta
What causes eccentric hypertrophy
Chronic AR
Chronic MR
Morbid obesity
Where does systole begin/end on the PV loop?
Begins at Point B (Bottom RT) and ends Point D (top LT)
When does Diastole begin/end on the PV Loop?
Begins at point D (top LT) and ends Point B (bottom RT)
What provides evidence if increased EDV?
Increased PCWP
How does AS affect the PV Loop?
PV loop shifts upwards (higher pressures)
How does MS affect PV loop?
Shorter and narrower and shifted to the left (lower EDV)
What does the area under the arterial pressure curve represent?
Area/time = MAP
How does pressure change as you move into the periphery?
Increases as you move distally (greatest at the dorsalis pedis)
Most accurate reading of arterial pressure
Use the area under the AORTIC pressure curve
Examples of direct acting vasodilators
Hydralazine, Diazoxide, NTG, Nitroprusside (arterial and venous)
Effect of PDEi’s
Block breakdown of cAMP leading to increased myocardial contractility, and decreased SVR
What is adenosine used for?
To treat paroxysmal supra-ventricular Tachycardia (example: WPW)
What is SAM seen on ECHO
Systolic Anterior Motion (SAM) of the mitral valve leading to LVOT obstruction (normally seen with hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy)
What are the signs and symptoms of AS?
Angina , syncope, and dyspnea
Indicator of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Bisferiens pulse (an aortic waveform with two peaks per cardiac cycle, a small one followed by a strong and broad one)
What is the drug of choice for treatment of hypotension in patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?
Phenylephrine (does not increase contractility)
The most common genetic CV disease of all ages
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Management of Aortic Regurgitation
Fast: Increase HR
Full: volume (increase preload)
Forward: decrease afterload
Things that cause AR
Aortic annulus dilation: Syphilis, ankylosing spondylosis, RA, & psoriatic arthritis
Also infective endocarditis, trauma, or aortic dissection
When is AR considered severe?
Severe regurgitant volume is >60% of SV
Moderate 30-60%
Mild <30%
Manifestation of Chronic AR
Diastolic murmur at Lt sternal border WIDENED pulse pressure Decrease diastolic pressure Bounding peripheral pulses MR
When is MR considered Mild, Moderate, or Severe?
MR RULE OF 1/3
Severe regurgitant volume is >60% of SV
Moderate 30-60%
Mild <30%
Murmur heard with MR
Blowing HOLOSYSTOLIC murmur best heard at the APEX
Most common valvular lesion in the US
Aortic Stenosis
Most common cause of LVOT
AS
Normal Aortic valvular area
2.3-3.5 cm2
Valve area for severe and critical AS?
Severe 0.8-1.0 cm2
Critical 0.5-0.8 cm2 and a transvalvular gradient of 50 mmHg
Murmur for aortic stenosis
Systolic murmur at the right second intercostal space with transmission into the neck
Drugs to AVOID in patients with AS
KETAMINE
Valve area for symptomatic MS
s/s begin at area of 1.5cm2 or less (normal is 4-6cm2)
Adhesion of platelets to damaged vascular wall requires
Von Willenbrand Factor (VIII:vWF); functions as an anchor
Activation of platelets requires
Thrombin (Factor IIa)
Aggregation of platelets requires
ADP & Thromboxane a2 (TxA2) which uncover fibrinogen (Factor I) receptors
What is required for the production of fibrin
Extrinsic, intrinsic, and final common pathway
Steps involved in primary hemostasis
Platelet adhesion
Activation of platelets
Aggregation of platelets
Production of fibrin
Average lifespan of platelets
8-12 days
Where is vWF produced and released?
in the endothelial cells
The most common inherited coagulation defect
Von Willebrands disease
First line treatment for Von Willebrands disease
Desmopressin (DDAVP) 0.3 mcg/kg IV over 10-20 min
(second line treatment is cryoprecipitate or purified factor VIII
Problem with treatment of Type 2B Von Willebrands disease with DDAVP
Causes thrombocytopenia
What does cryoprecipitate contain
Factor VIII, Factor I (fibrinogen) & Facto XIII (fibrin Stabalizing factor)
1,8,13
ADP receptor antagonist
Clopidrogel
Prasurgel
Ticagrelor
GPIIb/IIIa receptor antagonist
Block fibrinogen receptor:
Eptifibatide (d/c 24 hours b4 sx)
Abciximab (d/c 72 hours b4 sx)
Tirofiban (d/c 24hours b4 sx)
Vitamin K dependent clotting factors
Prothrombin (II) Proconvertin (VII) Christmas factor (IX) Factor (X) (also protein C & S)
Cross-linking fibrin strands requires
factor XIIIa (fibrin stabilizing factor)
Clotting Factors of the Extrinsic pathway
Factor III (TF) activates factor VII which activates factor X (along with cofactor IV i.e calcium)
3 , 7, 10
Clotting Factors of the Intrinsic pathway
(XII, XI, IX, VIII) (Remember 12 + 11.98)
XII -> XI -> IX also VIII;Ca
Clotting Factors of the Final Common pathway
(XIII, I, II, V, X) (5 and Dime for I or II dollars on the XIII)
X activated + V activated -> activate factor II -> activates factor XIII -> stabilized fibrin
What measures the intrinsic pathway?
aPTT (LONG pathway)
ACT
What measures the extrinsic pathway?
PT (SHORT pathway)
INR
Factor 10 inhibitors
Drugs with AN "X": FundaparinuX RivoraXaban ApiXaban AndeXXa LMWH
Factor II inhibitors
Dabigatron
Argatroban
Bivalirudin
What is hemophilia A and how is it treated?
- Factor VIII:C deficiency
- Second most common inherited disorder
- Treated with FFP & Cryo but preferred is Factor VIII Concentrate
What is hemophilia B and how is it treated?
Factor IX Deficiency (Christmas Factor)
Treated with Factor IX
Most important clue to bleeding disorder?
patient history
What procoagulants are missing in FFP?
Platelets
How does one unit of pRBC affect Hgb?
Increases HgB 1g/dL
Increases Hct 3-4%
How does one unit of platelets affect platelet count?
increases by 5,000-10,000/mm3
How does heparin work?
By increasing effectiveness of antithrombin by 1,000x
How does antithrombin work?
Binds mostly factor II and X therefore neutralizing the final common pathway
Patients with antithrombin deficiency
Liver Dz
Nephrotic syndrome
Normal bleeding time
3-10 seconds
Normal PT
12-14 seconds
Normal PTT
25-35 seconds
Normal ACT
80-150 seconds
Indicates adequate heparinization
> 400-450 Seconds
Function of plasmin
Breakdown fibrin
Where is tPA produced
by endothelial cells (Stimulated by thrombin and venous stasis)
Fibrinolytic produced by B-Hemolytic streptococci
Streptokinase
MOA of Amicar
Plasmin inhibitors (also Aprotinin)
Lab findings in DIC
Low PLT (<50,000) Low Fibrinogen (<150) Low Prothrombin Decrease levels of factor V, VIII, and XIII Increased fibrin split products
Most common cause of an isolated high PT
Liver disease
Observation when there is B/L RLN damage
Both cords are floppy and in an intermediate position. Can cause respiratory distress and intubation is needed
(Aphonia, and airway Obstruction)
(Hoarsness Unilateral & Stridor Bilateral)
What is the normal P50 on the oxyhemoglobin dissociation curve?
26-28 mmHg
An SpO2 of 70, 80, & 90% correlate with what PaO2?
70% = 40 mmHg 80% = 50 mmHg 90% = 60 mmHg
What does the Steep portion of the oxyhemoglobin dissociation curve represent?
The unloading of oxygen at tissues
Things that cause a leftward shift in the oxyhemoglobin dissociation curve?
(Left =Love) Dec P50 Decrease temp, Dec PCO2 Dec 2,3 DPG Dec [H+] (Inc pH/Alkalosis) HbF Carboxyhemoglobin Methemoglobin
Things that cause a Rightward shift in the oxyhemoglobin dissociation curve?
(Right = Release) Inc P50 Inc temp Inc PCO2 Inc 2,3 DPG Inc [H+] (Dec pH/Acidosis) Maternal Hb Sickle cell (HbS)
How to calculate dissolved O2 in the blood?
0.003 x PaO2
What is the Haldane effect?
Describes how changes in there PP of O2 in the blood influences the CO2 dissociation curve
How does PO2 affect the CO2 dissociation curve?
Inc in PO2 shifts it down and to the right
Dec in PO2 shifts it up and to the left
How is CO2 carried in the blood?
HCO3 (~90%)
also dissolved or chemically bound to proteins
What converts CO2 into HCO3?
Carbonic anhydrase
What is a Chloride shift?
The exchange of HCO3 for Cl (aka the Hamburger Shift)
What is the biggest driver for ventilation?
[CO2] but [O2] is the Strongest driver aka hypoxic drive
The heiring-breur reflex is most active in what population?
Neonates
The central chemoreceptors are stimulated by
Increase H+
Carries sensory input from the carotid bodies
Glossopharyngeal nerve
The respiratory pacemaker of the medulla
DRG
The function of the VRG
both inspiration and expiration
What is the function of the pneumotaxic center (PnC)?
Shuts OFF inspiration
What is the function of the Apneustic center (ApC)
Promotes a pattern of maximal lung inflation with brief expiratory gasps
Convert 1 atm into mmHg and cm H2O
1 atm = 760 mmHg = 1,033 cmH2O
What is the Normal V/Q?
V/Q= MV/CO = 4/5 = 0.8 L/min
What happens in the patient in the lateral position when they are awake vs anesthetized?
Awake= Non-dependent lung DEC vent/DEC perfusion
Dependent lung INC vent/INC perfusion
Anesthetized= Nondependent Lung INC vent/DEC perfusion; Dependent Lung DEC volume/INC perfusion
V/Q that indicates a shunt? deadspace?
Shunt = V/Q < 0.8 Deadspace = V/Q > 0.8
How to determine if there is a V/Q mismatch?
there will be an increases A-a O2 gradient
Normal A-a O2 Gradient
5-15 mmHg
Normal a-A CO2 gradient
2-10 mmHg
Ventilation strategies for one lung ventilation
CPAP the Non-Dependent Lung (Most affective)
PEEP the Dependent Lung
What happens in each of the West Lung Zones?
Zone 1 = PA>Pa>Pv = Collapse (Deadspace)
Zone 2 = Pa>PA>Pv= Waterfall (matched vent and perf)
Zone 3= Pa>Pv>PA= Distention (Shunt)
Zone 4= Pa>Pisp>Pv>PA=Inc Interstitial pressure
Where is the PA catheter placed?
Zone 3
Why do we preoxygenated?
To fill FRC with O2 and increase apnea time
PFT results that indicate Obstructive disease
Decreased FEV1/FVC (i.e < 0.7)
Lung volumes not directly measured by spirometric readings
FRC, RV, TLC
Ratio that is useful in differentiating between restrictive vs obstructive disease
FEV1/FVC
The best test for small airway disease
FEF25-75
Examples of obstructive pulmonary disease
Asthma, COPD, chronic bronchitis, emphysema
Examples of restrictive pulmonary disease
Pulmonary fibrosis, Pneumothorax, Chest wall Dz(scoliosis), Neuromuscular disease (ALS, Myasthenia Gravis)
Normal FEV1/FVC ratio
> 0.7
PFT that indicated restrictive disease
Low FEV1 (<80%) and FVC (<80%) with FEV1/FVC > 0.7
When does FRC equal CC?
Upright 66 y/o
Supine 44 y/o
What is Zero Order Kinetics?
A constant AMOUNT of drug is eliminated per unit time
aka drug EXCEEDS enzyme metabolizing capacity
What is First Order Kinetics?
A constant FRACTION of drug is eliminated per unit time
Most drugs undergo what type of kinetics?
First Order
The alpha phase of first order kinetics represents? Beta phase?
Alpha Phase: Distribution
Beta Phase: Elimination
List the Types of Phase I metabolic reactions
Oxidation
Reduction
Methylation
Hydrolysis
What is responsible for phase I reactions?
CYP 450 system
List the Types of Phase II metabolic reactions
(Conjugation reactions) Glucuronidation Glutathione Conjugation Sulfation Acetylation
What are phase II metabolic reactions?
Conjugation reactions
What are Phase III metabolic reactions?
Elimination
What indicates a drugs time-to-onset of action?
pKa
What indicates a drugs potency?
Lipid solubility
What indicates a drugs DOA?
Protein binding is the most important (But also lipid solubility)
What is the level of a sympathetic blockade relative to a sensory block with spinal anesthesia?
2-6 dermatomes HIGHER
4-8 Dermatomes higher than MOTOR
What is the level of motor blockade relative to a sensory block with spinal anesthesia?
2 dermatomes LOWER
How many nodes must be blocked by LA to stope nerve conduction?
2-3 Nodes of Ranvier
What is the key target of LA?
Voltage-Gates Sodium Channels
The degree of nerve blockade with LA depends on what?
Drug Concentration and Volume
What drug to avoid for seizures with LAST if CV instability is present?
Propofol (use benzos instead)
What is a normal Dibucaine number?
70-85%
What is the diagnostic criteria Atypical homozygous pseudocholinesterase?
dibucaine number of 20%
What is the diagnostic criteria Atypical heterozygous pseudocholinesterase?
Dibucaine number of 30-70%
What happens in patients with atypical pseudocholinesterase?
Do not metabolize amide LA and also succ
What is Methemoglobin?
Iron in the FERRIC state (Fe3+)
Iron in normal HgB is in what state?
FERROUS (Fe2+)
What is the pKa of Procaine, tetracaine, Bupi, Ropi, Chloroprocaine, Lidocaine, Etidocaine, mepivacaine
Procaine 8.9 Tetracaine 8.6 Bupi/Ropi 8.1 Chloroprocaine 8.7 Lidocaine 7.7-7.9 Etidocaine 7.7 Mepivacaine 7.6
How is MAC related to potency?
Inverse relationship
List the Oil:Gas partition coefficient for the VAA
N2O 1.4
Des 18.7
Sevo 55
Iso 98
List the MAC for the VAA
N2O: 104%
Des 6.6%
Sevo 1.8%
Iso 1.17%
How do changes in temperature influence the solubility of a gas in a liquid?
More soluble in cold temperatures (This is known as LeChatelier Principle)
List the Blood:Gas Solubility coefficient of the VAA
HE IS Doing Nothing (Greatest to Least mnemonic) Halothane: 2.54 Iso: 1.46 Sevo: 0.69 Des: 0.42 N2O: 0.46
Law that explains diffusion hypoxia
Ficks Law
MOA of barbiturates
GABA-A Agonists
Sulfur containing barbs
Thiopental
In what population should you avoid thiopental
Severe asthmatics (Histamine release)
Sulfa allergy
Porphyria
In what patients should ketamine be avoided?
Cardiac Patients
Glaucoma
Pt with elevated ICP
Why does diazepam have such long DOA?
it is 98-99% protein bound
The termination of CNS effects of IV anesthetics is primarily due to what process?
Redistribution
Order the synthetic opioids by potency
Alfentanil < Fentanyl/Remifentanil < Sufentanil
List the Vapor Pressures of the VAA
Sevo 157 mmHg (157 -170)
Iso 240 mmHg
Des 669 mmHg
What is the Partial Pressure of saturated water vapor?
47 mmHg
When Bourdon Gauge reads “0” what is the pressure inside the cylinder?
1 atm
Flow is directly proportional to
- radius to the 4th power
- hydrostatic pressure
Flow is inversely proportional to
fluid viscosity, length of the tube
Law that explains flow through vessels
Poiseuille’s law
What does henry’s law state?
That the amount of gas that dissolves in a liquid is proportional to the PP of the gas in the gas phase
What remains constant in Boyles Law?
Constant Temp (inverse relationship of P & V) P1xV1=P2xV2
What remains constant in Charles Ideal gas Law?
Constant Pressure (Directly relationship of V & T) V1/T1=V2/T2
What remains constant in Gay-Lussac’s Ideal gas law?
Constant Volume ( Direct relationship of P & T) P1/T1=P2/T2
Triangle for gas laws
B
P V
G T C
Big Gas Cars/ PhoToVoltaic
What does Daltons law state?
The total pressure in a mixture of gases is equal to the sum of the pressures of the individual gases
The temperature above which a substance can not be liquified
Critical temperature
Explains why a cylinder cools when it is opened
Joule-Thompson Effect (“Joule Is Cool”)
Diffusion rate is directly proportional to what?
PP gradient
Membrane surface area
Solubility of gas in membrane
Diffusion rate is inversely proportional to what?
Membrane thickness
Molecular weight
What are some applications of Fick’s Law
Concentration Effect
Second Gas effect
Diffusion Hypoxia
What law explains why smaller substances diffuse in greater quantities?
Grahams Law (as well as Ficks)
Which law is the basis of Pulse Oximetry?
Beer-Lambert Law
What are the Routes of heat loss?
Radiation (60%): most significant source of heat loss
Convection (15-30%)
Evaporation (20%)
Conduction (<5%)
Who establishes requirements for the design, construction, testing, etc… of compressed gas cylinders?
The DOT
Who sets basic performance and safety requirements for components of the anesthesia machine and ET tubes?
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
Who promulgates standards for medical devices and gases?
The FDA
Who develops purity specifications for medical gases?
Pharmacopeia of the US
What is the most fragile part of the cylinder?
The Cylinder Valve
PISS index system for gases
Air 1-5
O2 2-5
N2O 3-5
What prevents a full cylinder from emptying into and empty cylinder?
The Hanger Yoke Valve
At what flow rate does the O2 Flush Valve deliver oxygen? What PSI?
Flow rate 35-75 L/min PSI 50 (intermediate pressure)
What triggers the closure of the Oxygen failure cutoff Valve (aka Fail safe system)?
O2 pressure drops below 25 PSI
What is the pressure of the flowmeters?
16 PSI (low pressure system)
What are the 5 roles of oxygen?
Delivery of O2 to patient Power O2 flush valve Activate fail-safe system (If < 25 PSI) Activate O2 Low Pressure alarm Driving gas for the ventilator
What prevents reversal of flow through the vaporizer?
The Check Valve
Properties of Injection vaporizers
Tec 6 (Des)
Dual Circuit (Not Split)
Heated to 39 C
Pressurized
Properties of variable bypass vaporizers
Gas Split
Flow over
automatic temp compensation
What are the components of the Low pressure system?
(16 PSI) Flow Meter tubes Vaporizers Check Valves Common Gas Outlet (CGO)
What are the components of the Intermediate pressure system?
(40-50 PSI) Ventilator power inlet Pipeline inlets, Check Valves, Pressure gauges Flow Meter VALVES O2 pressure-failure device O2 Second stage regulator Flush Valve
What are the components of the High pressure system?
Hanger Yolk
Yoke Block
Cylinder pressure gauge
Cylinder pressure regulator
Properties of Open Breathing Systems
NO RESERVOIR
no rebreathing
no absorbent
no dead space
What are some examples of Open Breathing Systems?
Open drop either
NC
Simple FM
Insufflation
Properties of Semi-Open Breathing Systems
NO REBREATHING
Reservoir
Causes room pollution
Req high Gas flow
Properties of Semi-Closed Breathing Systems
PARTIAL REBREATHING
Reservoir
Most common in US
Properties of Closed Breathing Systems
Reservoir
COMPLETE REBREATHING
FGF=O2 consumption
What is the best Mapleson system for spontaneously breathing
Mapleson A
Order of Mapelson stystem for controlled ventilation
DFE>BC>A
Max cuff pressure for LMA
60 PSI
Most common adverse effect of using an LMA
Sore Throat ( incidence 10%)
ETT that can be accommodated by the FasTrach LMA
8.5 ETT
What is evidence of an incompetent expiratory valve?
No return to baseline (‘0”)
Prolong inspiratory Limb (Beta Angle)
List the BIS values for each level of anesthesia
Light/Mod Anesthesia: 90-70 Deep Sedation: 60-70 GA: 60-40 Deep Hypnotic State: 40-10 Flat Line EEG: 10-0 ****
Red light absorbs what wavelength? IR light?
Red = 660nm deoxyhgb IR= 940nm OxyHgb
Identify the components of the CVP waveform?
- A wave: atrial contraction (end Diastole)
- C wave: Tricuspid elevation during early vent systole (early systole)
- V Wave: Venous return against a closed tricuspid valve (Late systolic filling of the atrium)
- X descent: Atrial relaxation (Mid Systole)
- Y Descent: Early Vent. Filling (Early Diastole)
What is the depth to the Right Atrium based on insertion site of the catheter?
Subclavian 15cm Right IJ 20cm Left IJ 25cm Right AC 40cm Left AC 45cm Femoral 50cm
Depth from RA to RV? How about to the PA?
RA to RV is 10 cm
RV to PA is 15 cm
(RA to PA is 25 cm)
What is the normal PCWP?
6-12 mmHg
What is the maximum wedge time?
15 seconds
What are some complications from PA catheters?
Pneumothorax
Air Embolism
What is the normal RVEDP?
0-8 mmHg
What is the normal PA systolic? PA Diastolic?
PA systolic 15-25 mmHg
PA Diastolic 8-15 mmHg
What portion of the ECG correlates with the Dicrotic Notch on the arterial waveform?
Occurs at the end of the T wave
How much higher is invasive BP versus noninvasive BP?
20 mmHg
Karotkoff sounds identify __________
The onset of systole
How many vertebrae are there?
33 Vertebrae
- 7 cervical
- 12 Thoracic
- 5 Lumbar
- 5 Fused Sacral
- 4 Fused Coccygeal
The high points of the vertebral column
C3 & L3
The Low points of the vertebral column
T6 & S2
Where is the epidural space widest?
L2 (5-6 mm)
Where is the epidural space is narrowest ?
C5 (1.0-1.5 mm)
The spinal cord extends from the __________ to the _________
Foramen Magnum
extends to L1 (L3 in newborn)
The spinal cord terminates at the ____________
Conus Medullaris
How many spinal nerves are there
31 paired spinal nerves
Where does the Arachnoid matter end?
Ends at S2
What are the factors that play a role in the spread of spinal blockade?
Density of the drug solution Site of Injection Dose Position Baricity
Treatment options for bradycardia that result from spinal anesthesia
Prophylactic ondansetron (5-HT3 antagonists)
Atropine 0.4-0.6 mg
ephedrine 5-25 mg
Epinephrine (if severe bradycardia)
What is the best means for treating hypotension during spinal anesthesia?
Physiologic, give IV fluids if hypovolemic
When can you restart heparin after epidural removal?
1 hour after removal (or 1 hour after placement)
When is it safe to remove catheter after stopping a heparin?
4-6 hours after the last dose
Guidelines for unfractionated heparin and neuraxial blockade
Daily dose < 20,000 Units: 12 hours after sub-Q heparin
Daily Dose > 20,000 Units: 24 hours after Sub Q heparin
(ALWAYS CHECK LABS)
At what INR is it safe to provide neuraxial anesthesia in a patient on warfarin?
INR < 1.5
Guidelines for fibrinolytic or thrombolytic drug therapy and neruaxial anesthesia
D/c for 10 days before
Guidelines for LMWH with neuraxial anesthesia
Delay 12-24 hours
remove all catheters 2 hours before first LMWH dose
The inferior border of the scapula correlates with what spinal level
T7
What Dermatome is covered by nerve roots L2-L3?
The Knee and below
The perineal dermatome correlates with which spinal levels
S2-S5
Absolute contraindications for spinal anesthesia
Infection at Injection Site
Coagulopathy
Hemodynamic Stability
Patient Refusal
What 2 structures are avoided with a lateral approach to spinal anesthesia?
Supraspinous Ligament
Interspinous Ligament
Most common causative agent of epidural abscess
Staph Aureus
Most common complication of neuraxial anesthesia
Back Ache
What is the angle of the bevel on the Tuohy needle?
30 degrees
The order of nerve fiber blockade after epidural?
B > C/A-delta > A-gamma > A-beta >A-alpha
What is the distance from the skin to the epidural space?
Adult 4-6 cm
Obese up to 8 cm
Thin 3cm
The most sensitive indicator of initial onset of sensory block
Alcohol swab to assess for loss of temperature
The most accurate assessment of overall sensory block with epidural
Pinprick
Why are caudal blocks not used in adults?
after age 12 sacral anatomy changes and makes it more difficult
Site of needle insertion for caudal epidural block
Sacrococcygeal Membrane
Dosage for caudal epidural in children
0.5-1.0 mL/kg (0.125%-0.5% Bupivacaine)
Dosage for caudal epidural in adults
S5-L2: 15-25 mL
S5-T10: 35 mL
Nerve roots of the cervical plexus
C1-C5
Nerve roots of the phrenic nerve
C3-C5 (70% for C4)
Nerve roots for the brachial plexus
C5-C8,T1
Extension of the elbow test what nerve
Radial Nerve
Flexion of the elbow test what nerve
Musculocutaneous Nerve
Flexion of the wrist test what nerve
Ulnar nerve
Opposition of the middle, forefinger, and thumb test what nerve
Median Nerve
Volume for cervical plexus block
4mL per level
What are the approaches to the brachial plexus block?
Interscalene
Supraclavicular
Infraclavicular
Axillary
What volume of LA is used for an inter scalene block?
40mL
Where does the musculocutaneous nerve lie
Within the coracobrachialis
What are the landmarks for an Ulnar nerve block at the elbow?
The medial condyle of the humerus
Olecranon process of the Ulna
The femoral nerve block (aka 3 in 1 block) is used to provide anesthesia to what areas?
Anterior thigh, knee, and a small part of the medial foot
What nerves are blocked in the 3-in-1 approach?
Femoral, Genitofemoral, & lateral femoral cutaneous nerve
What nerve roots contribute to the Sciatic Nerve?
L4-L5 & S1-S3 (lumbosacral trunk)
Sensory innervation of the sciatic nerve
Posterior Hip Capsule and the Knee, Sensory to everything distal to the knee except the anteromedial aspect
(Motor to hamstring and all muscles distal to the knee)
List the 5 nerves that are blocked in the ankle block
Posterior Tibial: L4-L5/S1-S3 Sural: branch of Tibial Saphenous: Branch of femoral (L3-L4) Deep Peroneal: L4-L5/S1-S2 Superficial Peroneal: L4-L5/S1-S2
What is the largest division of the sciatic trunk?
Posterior Tibial Nerve
What nerves provide Sensory innervation to the foot?
- Post. Tibial: Skin of the heel and medial aspect of the sole of the foot
- Sup. Peroneal: Dorsum of the foot & 1st-5th toes
- Saphenous: medial side of the leg, ankle, and foot
- Sural (is Lateral): post lateral aspect of lower calf and lateral side of the foot and fifth toe
- Deep Peroneal: Medial half of the dorsal foot between the 1st and 2nd digits
What is the most common postoperative peripheral neuropathy?
Ulnar nerve damage
How does ulnar nerve damage present?
Claw Hand: decreased sensation the ring and pinky
What is the second most common postoperative neurologic injury?
Brachial Plexus
How is the brachial plexus injured intraoperatively?
Stretch injury: Head extended and turned away and arm is abducted > 90 degrees
Compression injury: B/w clavicle and 1st Rib with improper placement of shoulder braces or spreading of the sternum
Presentation of radial nerve injury
Wrist drop
presentation of Median nerve injury
APE Hand (unable to oppose thumb)
Inability to abduct the arm indicates injury to which nerves?
Axillary n.
Inability to flex the forearm indicates injury to which nerves?
Musculocutaneous n.
What is the most common mechanism by which the sciatic nerve is injured?
Improperly placed in lithotomy
What is the most commonly damaged nerve of the lower extremity?
Common Peroneal Nerve
What is one of the common ways in which damage to the common peroneal nerve occurs?
Compression of nerve between fibula (lateral aspect of knee) and metal brace while in lithotomy
Damage to this nerve causes foot drop
Anterior Tibial Nerve
Sciatic nerve
Common peroneal
How does damage to the femoral nerve occur?
Compression agains pelvic brim by self retaining retractors and by excessive angulation of the thigh when placed in lithotomy
How is the Obturator nerve damaged?
Excessive flexion of thigh to the groin
Difficult forceps delivery
How is MAC affected by pregnancy?
It is decreased (Also faster induction d/t higher alveolar ventilation)
What are the Cardiac Output changes during the phases of labor?
Increases Latent Phase 15% Active phase 30% Second Stage 45% Postpartum 80%
What is the normal uterine blood flow during pregnancy?
10% of CO =700-800mL/min
What is the uterine blood flow in a non pregnant state?
50mL/min
List the stages of labor and when they begin and end
1st stage: From Onset of contractions to complete dilation
2nd stage: Dull cervical dilation (10cm) to delivery of the infant
3rd stage: Ends with delivery of the placenta
Pain from the stages of labor originates in which nerve roots?
1st stage: T10-T12 progression to L1
2nd stage: T10-S4
Innervation to the perineum is via what nerve?
The pudendal Nerve (S2-S4)
What are some signs of fetal distress?
Nonreassuring FHT
Fetal Scalp pH < 7.20
Meconium Stained Amniotic Fluid
Oligohydraminos
Symptoms of placenta previa
PAINLESS vaginal bleeding
Symptoms of Placental abruption
PAINfull vaginal bleeding
Uterine tenderness
Lab values for DIC
Fibrinogen <150mg/dL PLT count <50,000 Thrombin time > 100 sec PT > 100 sec PTT >100 sec
normal fibrinogen levels
200-350 mg/dL
Normal thrombin time (TT)
8-12 seconds
What is HELLP
Hemolysis
Elevated Liver enzymes
Low Platelets
Dosing of magnesium for preeclampsia
Bolus 4-6mg over 30 min
Infusion 1-2 g/hr
Normal magnesium level
1.8-2.5 mg/dL
Pediatric airway characteristics
Laryngeal location at C2-C4 (vs C3-C6 in adults)
Narrowest (fixed) portion Cricoid
Omega shaped epiglottis (U shaped)
Less vertical takeoff of RT mainstem bronchus
Funnel shaped larynx
How to determine pediatric tube size?
(age/4)+4 (-0.5 for cuffed tubes)
How to determine pediatric tube depth at mouth?
ETT size x 3
[ or (age/2)+12 or (kg/5)+12]
How to calculate EBV for pediatrics?
80mL/kg
How to calculate Max allowable blood loss?
EBVx(Hct - Min Hct)/ actual Hct
How to calculate fluid maintenance?
For infants < 6months
4mL/kg (1st 10kg)
2mL/kg (2nd 10kg)
1ml/kg (over 20kg)
For infants > 6months
10-40mL/kg over 1-4 hours
What is the % TBW in Preterm, Term and 6-12 month old?
Preterm= 80-90%
Term= 75%
6-12 Months= 60%
Where is the most common site of congenital diaphragmatic hernia?
70-90% of defects are on the left side (Left foramen of bochdalek)
Hallmark signs of congenital diaphragmatic hernia?
Arterial hypoxia (d/t Lt to Rt shunt) Barrel shaped chest SCAPHOID abdomen,
What is the goal of anesthetic management of the patient with a congenital diaphragmatic hernia?
- Maintain Preductal saturation > 85% with PIP < 25cmH2O (allow PCO2 to rise to 45-55mmHg)
- Decompress the stomach
- Avoid hypothermia, hypoxia, acidosis
What is VACTERL syndrome?
Vertebral Defect Anal Atresia Cardiac anomalies Tracheoesophageal fistula Esophageal atresia Renal dysplasia Limb anomalies
What is the most common type of TEF?
Ends in a blind pouch and a lower esophagus that connects to the trachea (Type C)
How do we ventilate patients with TEF?
Small TV faster rate (avoid PPV)
What is the most common metabolic presentation of Pyloric stenosis?
Hypokalemic, hypochloremic primary metabolic alkalosis, with secondary respiratory acidosis
What are some signs and symptoms of pyloric stenosis?
non-bilious projectile vomiting at 2-5 weeks of age
Jaundice (d/t starvation)
OLIVE-LIKE MASS palpated in the epigastrium
Common postoperative complication for patients who undergo surgery for pyloric stenosis?
PostOp ventilatory depression
What are the S/S of Acute Epiglottitis?
- Age 3-6years
- High Fever
- Rapidly progresses from sore throat to dysphagia
- Sitting forward & upright; Chin up, mouth open, drooling
What is the etiology of acute epiglottis?
Bacterial (Hemophilus influenza Type B, Staph aureus)
What are the S/S of laryngotracheal bronchitis?
AKA CROUP
- Age 6 months - 3 years
- Low grade fever
- Croupy “barking” Cough
- Slow Onset
- Hoarsness
- Steeple sign
What is the treatment for Croup?
Cool humidified O2 & racemic Epi
What is the etiology of Croup?
Viral
Consideration for gastroschisis
Prevent hypothermia, infection, and dehydration
Which pediatric congenital abdominal herniation abnormality is associated with other anomalies?
Omphalocele (has a SAC or Amnion covering)
Shivering increases O2 consumption by how much?
400%
Time of onset of post operative cognitive dysfunction
delayed onset , may present weeks or months AFTER surgery
What is the most sensitive indicator of renal function in the elderly?
Creatinine Clearance
How is MAC affected by age?
Reduced by 4-6% per decade over the age of 40
How to calculate IBW?
Female = Ht(cm) - 105 Male = Ht(cm) - 100
Type of obesity that is associated with increased risk of CV events?
Android (Cushingoid, Centra, Truncal, Apple)
A major predictor of problematic intubation in the Obese patient?
Neck Circumference (large)
The only ventilatory parameter that has been shown to improve respiratory function in the obese patient
PEEP
What are the most sensitive indicators of anastomotic leak after bariatric surgery?
Tachycardia (MOST SENSITIVE)
Fever
(also ABD pain)