PCC4 exam 2 Questions And Answers With Verified Tests 100% Correct Answers
4 views 0 purchase
Course
PCC4
Institution
PCC4
what is SIRS characterized by? - Answer-generalized inflammation in organs unrelated
to initial insult
what is the SIRS criteria? - Answer-- temp > 38C, 100.4F or <36C, 98.6F
-HR >90
-RR >20
-WBC >12000 or <4000, or 10% immature bands
what does the SIRS criteria represent? -...
PCC4 exam 2
what is SIRS characterized by? - Answer-generalized inflammation in organs unrelated
to initial insult
what is the SIRS criteria? - Answer-- temp > 38C, 100.4F or <36C, 98.6F
-HR >90
-RR >20
-WBC >12000 or <4000, or 10% immature bands
what does the SIRS criteria represent? - Answer-markers of inflammation
what is sepsis? - Answer-life threatening organ dysfunction caused by response to
infection
what are the abnormal response characteristics in sepsis? - Answer--systemic
inflammation
-refractory hypotension
-organ hypoperfusion
what occurs in the progressive stage of shock? - Answer--compensation fails
-*mental status changes!!!!*
-decreased CO
-anasarca (edema everywhere)
-DIC
what are the distinguishing features of the progressive stage of shock? - Answer--
decreased perfusion +
-increased capillary permeability
what occurs in the refractory stage of shock? - Answer--profound hypotension and
hypoxemia
-accumulation of waste (CO2, urea, lactate, ammonia)
-organs fail
what are the 4 stages of shock? - Answer-1. initial
2. compensatory
3. progressive
4. refractory
what occurs during the initial phase of shock? - Answer--occurs at cellular level
-usually not clinically apparent
-aerobic > anaerobic metabolism
- increased lactic acid build up
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller PatrickKaylian. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $9.69. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
