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Pulmonary. FIO2 < 40%; Minimal CPAP/ PEEP (3-4 cmH2O); Vent rate < 10-20bpm; AdequateABG's; No acute changes in secretions. CNS. No apnea; Good ...

Initiation. ABG’s improving (SpO2 ≥ 90% or PaO2 ≥ 70 mmHg) and/or ↑ esophageal pressure. CXR improving. No apnea / bradycardia. No respiratory …

Problem, Possible Cause, Recommended Action ? Inaccurate SaO2. Excessive patient movement. Quiet patient, if possible. Check security of sensor; replace if …

V-ACV. Volume-Assist/Control Ventilation. A combination of assisted and/or controlled (mandatory) ventilation. All breaths are delivered at a set tidal volume …

(AG Metababolic Acidosis, PLUS, Non-AG Metabolic Acidosis, +/or Metabolic Alkalosis). When there is an ↑ Anion Gap, if: ↓ HCO3 = ↑ AG Then, there is an …

Goal. An augmented VT, achieved with minimal effort. Patients must be carefully chosen, the indications specific, and the goals clearly understood. Technique.

Incentive Spirometry (IS). Description. Device which encourages deep breathing, usually with measurement (mL) of breath size, as well as indicator of speed …

Bilevel, See APRV for technical information on this mode. See APRV for technical information on this mode. Bilevel, like APRV, has two pressure levels (a high …

Definition. Retinal dysfunction in newboms. Also known as Retrolental Fibroplasia (RLF). Types. Etiology. Immaturity (always) (< 32 wks or birth weight of less ...

Insertion: Pulse oximetry and ECG should be monitored continuously during intubation of patient. Interrupt attempt if oxygenation/ventilation is needed. Insertion …