cardiology
The forceful expulsion of blood from the ventricle of the heart.
ejection:
O2 rate for high flow nasal cannula
15-60Lpm
What is myxedema?
A condition that results from a deficiency of thyroid hormone
what is the neurotransmitter at all of the pre- ganglionic terminals
acetycholine
closer of the tricuspid and mitral valve occurs during
ventricular systole
the resting cell that is negatively charged, becomes rapidly charged
Depolarization
what does SPO2 measure?
Percent O2 bound to hemoglobin
What is a phenobarbital class and what is it prescribed for?
Barbiturates; Seizures.
Which of the following is BEST described as a liquid medication that is combined with alcohol?
elixir
brain and spinal cord come together in an opening of the skull called the
foramen magnum
excessive vagal stimulation may result in
Asystole
what is a complication with field extubation?
laryngospasms
what is the mechanism of action of zantac?
H2 receptor antagonist
how many mL in a teaspoon
5 mL = 1 tsp
the intracellular digestive system
lysosomes
the cardiac cell is more difficult than normal to excite, but the cells can still be stimulated
relative refractory period
normal tidal volume for adults is:
500mL
what cells of the immune system are destroyed by HIV?
T-helper cells
what medication is commonly used during hemodialysis to prevent the formation of blood clots
heparin
how many bones in the cranial vault
Eight
the abnormal conduction of impulses through the cardiac conduction pathways
aberration
2 things that improve alveolar pressure
Oxygen, PEEP
if a patient has fluid in their lungs what position would they prefer to be in?
high fowlers position
Class I antidysrhythmics are:
Sodium channel blockers
the plane that runs vertically dividing the body into left and right halves
saggital plane