Quick interpretation steps for Chest X ray.  Chest x ray – Evaluation primarily done  in PA [postero anterior] view.P-First letter in view stands for the position of X ray tube and second letter for placement of Xray film-A. AP view- ICU pt.commonly taken. Cardiac evaluation -As heart is placed anteriorly film kept anteriorly and x […]

How To Interpret ABG? Basic Acid-Base Terminology Clinical terminology Criteria Normal pH 7.4 (7.35-7.45) Acidaemia pH< 7.35 Alkalaemia pH>7.45 Normal PaCO2 40 (35-45)mm of Hg Respiratory acidosis (failure) PaCO2>45 mm of Hg Respiratory alkalosis (hyperventilation) PaCO2<35 mm of Hg Normal HCO3 24(22-26)mEq/L Metabolic acidosis HCO3<22 mEq/L & low pH Metabolic alkalosis HCO3 >26mEq/L & high […]

8-Step Method Interpreting a rhythm strip is a skill. Rhythm strip analysis requires a sequential and systematic approach the eight steps outlined here. Step 1: Determine the rhythm: To determine the heart’s atrial and ventricular rhythms, use either the paper-and-pencil methodor the caliper method. For atrial rhythm, measure the P-P intervals-the intervals between consecutive P […]

Classifications to Remember  1. NYHA Classification   2.Canadian classification of Angina Canadian Cardiovascular Society grading of angina pectoris Grade Description Grade I Ordinary physical activity does not cause angina, such as walking and climbing stairs. Angina with strenuous or rapid or prolonged exertion at work or recreation. Grade II Slight limitation of ordinary activity. Walking […]