Hypoventilation Guide
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Reviewed By David A. Kaufman, M.D.
Definition
Hypoventilation is breathing that is not adequate to meet the needs of the body (too shallow or too slow), or reduced lung function. The carbon dioxide level rises, leading to inadequate oxygen in the blood.
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In medicine, hypoventilation occurs when ventilation is inadequate to perform needed gas exchange. It generally causes an increased concentration of carbon dioxide and respiratory acidosis. It can be caused by medical conditions, by holding one's breath, or by drugs, typically when taken in overdose. Hypoventilation may be dangerous for those with sleep apnea. As a side effect of medicines or recreational drugs, hypoventilation may become potentially life-threatening. Many different CNS...
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Asked by DarrenS - 20 months ago
A patient suffering with hypoventilation due to a severe infection is measured to have significant...
acidosis (pH 6.90) that requires immediate intervention. Which of the following strategies would be most...
acidosis (pH 6.90) that requires immediate intervention. Which of the following strategies would be most...
My choice is letter A. Decrease CO2 levels (PCO2) through active ventilation.. Respiratory acidosis is an imbalance between carbon dioxide (CO2) production by the body and excretion by the lungs....
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