The Role of the Respiratory Therapist in Organ Donation The ...
The Role of the Respiratory Therapist in Organ Donation The ...
The Role of the Respiratory Therapist in Organ Donation The ...
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Perform<strong>in</strong>g <strong>the</strong> Apnea Test<br />
• If spontaneous breath<strong>in</strong>g does not occur and<br />
patient is hemodynamically stable; after 10<br />
m<strong>in</strong>utes draw an ABG<br />
• If PaCO2 is greater than 60 mmHG or 20<br />
po<strong>in</strong>ts above basel<strong>in</strong>e PaCO2 and <strong>the</strong>re<br />
have been no spontaneous respirations; <strong>the</strong><br />
test is positive and <strong>the</strong> patient is considered<br />
to be apneic<br />
How can you help<br />
• Notify MD/RN <strong>of</strong> changes <strong>in</strong> patients<br />
ventilatory status<br />
• Inquire if <strong>the</strong> referral has been made to<br />
NJSN – If not call us 1800-541-0075<br />
• Please do not mention <strong>Donation</strong>!!!!<br />
• Be an active part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> healthcare team;<br />
jo<strong>in</strong> <strong>in</strong> our huddles<br />
• Provide aggressive pulmonary support<br />
Someth<strong>in</strong>g to th<strong>in</strong>k about..<br />
• “What’s good for <strong>the</strong> Lungs is<br />
good for <strong>the</strong> Body”<br />
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