Riding the Waves Handout R6 - Grand County EMS
Riding the Waves Handout R6 - Grand County EMS
Riding the Waves Handout R6 - Grand County EMS
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<strong>Riding</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Waves</strong>…The Role of Capnography in <strong>EMS</strong><br />
Hypoventilation<br />
5 0<br />
4 0<br />
3 0<br />
2 0<br />
1 0<br />
0<br />
T i m e<br />
In this capnogram, <strong>the</strong>re is a gradual increase in <strong>the</strong> EtCO 2 .<br />
Obstruction is not apparent. Causes of this may include:<br />
Respiratory depression for any reason<br />
Narcotic overdose<br />
CNS dysfunction<br />
Heavy sedation<br />
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