TRAUMA/SEPSIS CASE STUDY CONTINUES

The image above provides helpful information about
Nick's progress in the ICU.

Nick is currently in the ICU. The day following
admission:
Post op day1- extubation
( his endotracheal
tube was removed )
was done.Prior to removal
of the endotracheal tube, an ABG was done. Results
can be seen above. Supplemental oxygen via
nasal cannula was done.To learn more about
Mechanical Ventilation please click on
the link and enjoy learning:
Mechanical Ventilation


Post op days 2 and 3:
Nick continues to make excellent progress.
He is afebrile. His lab values are within normal
limits. He also has a nasogastric tube which is
connected to wall suction.


Why was TPN ordered for Nick?
Total Parenteral
Nutrition (TPN) was ordered
by the doctor, as Nick would not be able
to eat and drink as normal. Adequate nutrition
would be provided via TPN. A central line 
and special tubing is used.
Please study the image above to learn about
Nick's progress. 
Enjoy watching the video:
Sessions 20

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