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Which CXR is most sensitive for pleural effusion?
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lateral
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Metabolic finding with pulmonary edema
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- respiratory alkalosis from hyperventilation
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When is management of acute pulmonary edema unique?
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- when caused by arrythmia --> cardioversion
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Normal RR
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12-14
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Nesiritide
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- synthetic ANP
- relieves symptoms ** no mortality benefit |
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Acute Pulmonary Edema - Treatment
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- Oxygen
- Diuretics - Nitrates - Morphine ** preload reduction ** |
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Acute Pulmonary Edema - Treatment post failure of preload reduction
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Positive Ionotropes:
- Dobutamine in ICU - Amirinone, Milrinone - Phosphodiesterase inhibitors --> increase contractility, decrease afterload * don't lower mortality |
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Is digoxin helpful in acute pulmonary edema?
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NO!!!
- too slow |
