Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) Medical Directive - AUXILIARY

Question 1

CPAP MD - AUX

What are the indications for the CPAP MD?

Answer 1

Sever respiratory distress;
AND
Signs and/or symptoms of acute pulmonary edema or COPD.

Question 2

CPAP MD - AUX

What are the conditions for CPAP administration?

Answer 2

Age: ≥18 years
RR: Tachypnea
SBP: Normotension
Other: SpO2 <90% or accessory muscle use

Question 3

CPAP MD - AUX

What are the contraindications to CPAP administration?

Answer 3

Asthma exacerbation
Suspected pneumothorax
Unprotected or unstable airway
Major trauma or burns to the head or torso
Tracheostomy
Inability to sit upright
Unable to cooperate

Question 4

CPAP MD - AUX

What is the initial setting for CPAP?

Answer 4

5 cm H2O

Question 5

CPAP MD - AUX

What is the titration increment for CPAP?

Answer 5

2.5 cm H2O

Question 6

CPAP MD - AUX

What is the titration interval for CPAP?

Answer 6

5 minutes

Question 7

CPAP MD - AUX

What is the max setting for CPAP?

Answer 7

15 cm H2O