ASSESSMENT OF THE PATIENT ON MECHANICAL VENTILATION - QUIZ QUESTIONS
Scenario: The patient above, was in respiratory distress and placed on mechanical ventilation. It is difficult for the patient on a ventilator to describe pain. Knowing how to assess is very important. Warning signs : Warning signs of pain on mechanical ventilation include: - agitation, tachycardia, - elevated blood pressure, - increased respirations *There is also a need for suctioning, in order to maintain a patent airway. - Alarms on the ventilator are warning signs of something needing attention QUIZ QUESTIONS 1) What are some of the warning signs of pain ? for the patient on mechanical ventilation? 2) Why is suctioning important? 3) Why should alarms not be ignored? Also enjoy watching the video: Sessions 44 - The patient on mechanical ventilation What is an AMBU Bag? A - Artificial M - Manual B - Breathing U - Unit An AMBU bag is a piece of medical equipment that is used to help provide oxygen during an emergency like CPR. It is also used to prov...
