Emergencies Flashcards
1
Q
Human error factors
A
Fatigue Pre-occupation/inattentiveness Rushing Incorrect drugs Inadequate Hx or pre-op assessment Lack of familiarity w/drugs or equipment
2
Q
Equipment factors
A
Mis-assembly
ET tube/vaporiser/APL valve issues
Empty o2 tank
co2 absorber exhausted
3
Q
Patient variations as a factor
A
Systemic disease Age Breed Nutritional status Procedure
4
Q
Chest compression rate & depth
A
~100-120 min
2 min cycles
~third to half of chest width
5
Q
Define cardiac pump method & indications for use
A
Compression directly over heart Lateral recumbency Small dogs Keel chested dogs Cats
6
Q
Define thoracic pump method & indications for use
A
Med & large dogs Compressions over highest thoracic point - lateral recumbency Compressions directly over sternum in barrel chested dogs - dorsal recumbency
7
Q
IPPV rate & inspiration time
A
~10/min
Inspiratory time ~1 sec
8
Q
Procedure for CPR if unassisted
A
30 compressions
2 breaths
2 min cycle
9
Q
CPR steps in cardiac arrest
A
1. Notify vet; call for assistance 2 .Turn of volatile gas; 100% o2 3. Chest compressions 4. IPPV 5. Check pulses/heart beat between cycles 6. Drug reversal 7. Emergency drugs 8. Defibrillator 9. Direct cardiac massage (VS)
