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EKG
Invasive BP wave identification
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Medical
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05/20/2011

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Definition
Dicrotic Notch
Term
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Definition
Arterial Systole
Term
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Definition
Arterial Diastole
Term

What is the purpose of

invasive pressure monitoring?

Definition

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To obtain a beat by beat assessment.

Term

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What is a PA Catheter used for?

Definition

Monitors CVP and PA pressures

Term

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What is the purpose of a

Pressure Transducer?

Definition

Transduces (converts)

mechanical changes to electrical changes

Term
Pulse oxymetry measures
Definition
Oxygen (O2) in the blood
Term

What is a Holter Monitor

and its purpose?

Definition
It is a abulatory device with external EKG leads that monitors and measures cardiac electrical activity for a continuous amount of time.  Typically 24-48 hours.
Term

What are the Patient Instuctions

for the use of a Holter Monitor?

Definition

1. Avoid moisture

  • No swimming
  • Avoid rain
  • No bathing

2. Avoid external power sources

  • alternators

3. Go about daily life

 

4. How to re-attach a loose lead  

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