CWI - PEEP valve Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
What are the indications for PEEP?
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2
Q
What are the contraindications for PEEP?
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3
Q
What are the precautions for PEEP?
A
4
Q
What equipment is required for PEEP?
A
- BVM
- O2 source
- PEEP valve
- Bacterial/viral filter
5
Q
Explain the procedure of the application of PEEP
A
6
Q
What do you do if your PEEP valve won’t go below 5cmH2O and PEEP is contraindicated?
A
*some PEEP devices are adjustable to a minimum of zero and others 5cm H2O.
* If zero PEEP is required and the device does not dial to zero, remove the PEEP device from the diverter (the flow diverter can remain insitu)
