Ch. 8 Flashcards
1
Q
When should you do an ABG?
A
30 min after pt has been on vent
2
Q
How often is vent check done?
A
Every 1-4 hrs
3
Q
What should be done after the first 30mins of a pt being on a vent?
A
• Auscultate for proper placement of and ETT
• check vitals
• activate alarms
• obtain ABG
• perform other lab tests
4
Q
What do we check for during the first vent system check?
A
• Mode
• Sensitivity
• Vt, rate, Mv
• FiO2
• Pmean
• Vitals (HR & SPO2)
5
Q
What should the pressure limit be set at?
A
About 10 above PIP
6
Q
What should the low pressure alarm be set at?
A
5-10 below PIP
7
Q
What should you monitor when checking circuit?
A
That cuff pressure does not exceed 20-25.
