Respiratory Failure

Question 1

Respiratory Failure

Answer 1

failure of o

Question 2

type 1

Answer 2

low oxygen levels

CO2 normal levels

Question 3

type 2

Answer 3

low oxygen levels

high CO2 levels

Question 4

what are signs of CO2 retainers and what is important in their management

Answer 4

CO2 levels are high

oxygen levels should be aimed for 88-92%

Question 5

causes type 1

Answer 5

asthma
PE
pneumonia
pneumothorax

Question 6

causes type 2

Answer 6

opiates
COPD
MND
GBS
rib fracture