Topic 3: Management of Acute Respiratory Disorders

Cards (5)

  • What is FIO2?
    Fraction of inspired oxygen.
  • What are normal levels of SaO2 for patients during rest, sleep, and activity?
    Greater than 92%.
  • What are normal levels of PaO2 for patients during rest, sleep, and activity?
    Greater than 60 mm Hg.
  • What can lead to O2 toxicity?
    High levels of O2 (FIO2 greater than 60% for more than 24 hours).
  • What are normal PaO2 levels?
    60 - 100 mm Hg.