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Adrijana Anderson PA-C

Objectives:

1.  Define and classify acute respiratory failure as: hypoxemic, hypercapnic, or mixed.

2.  Describe the pathophysiology and manifestations of acute respiratory failure.

3.  Review oxygen supplementation techniques. 

4.  Discuss when the use of NIPPV is most appropriate.

5.  Outline the new pneumonia recommendations.

6.  List initial treatment measures for hemoptysis.

7.  Diagnose acute respiratory distress syndrome correctly, and review the best treatment options for this condition.