Pulmonary contusion - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

How is an ET tube placement confirmed? Correct Answer: From first to last ETCO2 20-40mmHg Chest symmetry Listen to left/right/abdomen Chest X-Ray Describe the A/C vent mode. Correct Answer: The vent does everything for the patient. It delivers a set amount of breaths per minute Describe SIMV vent mode. Correct Answer: The pt attempts to breath and the vent assists with their breaths What are the different ventilator settings? Correct Answer: Mode FiO2 Rate Tidal Volume (Vt...

Describe the role of cilia in the mucosal membranes as part of the respiratory system. Ans: Warms and humidifies inspired air and removes foreign particles from it. What is the primary function of the pulmonary system? Ans: Diffuse gasses into and out of the blood. Ventilate the alveoli. perfuse the lungs so the body recieves oxygen. Where in the brain, are respirations controlled? Ans: Medulla oblongata What is volunary breathing necessary for? Ans: talking, singing, laughing, and ho...

Thoracic Trauma - Rib Fractures (pathophysiology) correct answers Upper ribs are broad, thick and particularly well protected by the shoulder girdle and muscles. Requires great energy to fracture the upper ribs and patient is at risk for significant injuries such as traumatic disruption of the aorta. Rib fractures occur most often to Ribs 4-8 laterally, where they are thin and have less over lying musculature. Broken ends of ribs may tear muscle, lung and blood vessels with possibility...

What is refractory hypoxemia? - No matter how much oxygen the patient is on, the O2 sats are not getting any better What is a pheochromocytoma? - A catecholamine producing tumor that arises in the adrenal medulla. The tumor releases an excess amount of epinephrine and NE. Describe flail chest. - 2 or more completely broken ribs with no support. Creates a paradoxical chest movement. What are symptoms of a tension pneumothorax? - Absent breath sounds Cyanosis Distended neck veins Dyspnea ...

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PHTLS Objective Assessment Guide Exam Questions and Already graded Solutions and Assured Satisfactions 2024/2025 Which of the following is the preferred site for needle decompression of a tension pneumothorax? A. 4th intercostal space, midclavicular line, just over the top of the 5th rib B. 4th intercostal space, midclavicular line, just below the 4th rib C. 2nd intercostal space, midclavicular line, just over top of the 3rd rib D. 2nd intercostal space, midclavicular line, just bel...

What are the clinical manifestations of a pulmonary contusion? - MAY BE ASYMPTOMATIC AT FIRST decreased breath sounds or crackles and wheezes over the affected area bruising over the injury dry cough tachycardia tachypnea dullness to percussion bloody sputum initial CXR normal--CXR with opacities after several days *can lead to respiratory failure What is the pathophysiology of a pulmonary contusion? - occurs most often by rapid deceleration during car crashes Hemorrhage a...

AHN 447 Exam 3 Questions And Answers 2023/2024 A+ What are the clinical manifestations of a pulmonary contusion? - ANSWER-MAY BE ASYMPTOMATIC AT FIRST decreased breath sounds or crackles and wheezes over the affected area bruising over the injury dry cough tachycardia tachypnea dullness to percussion bloody sputum initial CXR normal--CXR with opacities after several days *can lead to respiratory failure What is the pathophysiology of a pulmonary contusion? - ANSWER-occurs mos...

1. Definitive control of the airway is achieved by ANS Endotracheal intubation 2. How do you treat hypothermia in the ED? ANS crystalloid fluids at 102.2 degrees F and warmed treatment area 3. What does definitive hemorrhage control refer to? (3) ANS 1) Possible surgery 2) Stabilizing of pelvis 3) Angioembolization 4. What are rates of fluid administration measured by? ANS Size and length of catheter 5. Minimum flow rate of oxygen reservoir mask ANS 11 L/min 6. MCC of shock in tra...

ATLS EXAM 2023 (Questions and Answers, 100% Verified) ATLS EXAM 2023 (Questions and Answers, 100% Verified) Which of the following is the recommended Method for trestemt frostbite? A. Vasodilators B. Anticigulants C. Warm (40 degrees) water D. Padding and elevation E. Application of heat from a hairdryer C. Warm (40 degrees) water Which of the following physical findings suggest a cause of hypotension other than spinal cord injury? A. Prispism B. Bradycardia C. Diaphragmatic br...