Cpap versus bipap Samenvattingen, Aantekeningen en Examens

Chapter 38: Oxygenation and Perfusion Cardiopulmonary system: demand for oxygen is met by the function of the respiratory and cardiovascular system Oxygen toxicity: Anatomy and physiology of oxygenation Anatomy of respiratory system Respiration Perfusion Regulation of the respiratory system Alterations in respiratory function Cardiovascular system Physiology of the cardiovascular system o CO=SV X HR o Cardiac output increases during physical activity and decre...

NURS 4704 Critical Study Guide Exam INTRO TO CRITICAL CARE  Critical Care Nursing: concerned with human responses to life-threatening problems, such as trauma, major surgery, or complications of illness  Invasive lines in critical care • Central lines • Pulmonary artery catheters (swan-ganz) • Foleys with temperature probes • Arterial pressure monitoring • Central venous pressure (CVP) • Ventilators • Intracranial pressure monitoring (ICP) • Intra-aortic ba...

The general survey begins a review of the patient’s primary health problems and evaluation of the patient’s vital signs, height and weight, general behavior, and appearance. It also provides info rmation about the patient’s illness, hygiene, skin condition, body image, and emotional state. Which of the following cannot be delegated to nursing assistive personnel? Measuring the patient’s height and weight Reporting subjective signs and symptoms Obtaining initial vital signs Monitoring I&O...