Think Notes – Acute Respiratory Distress
Syndrome
Pathophysiology of Medical Diagnosis
Assessment - Clinical Manifestations
Causes
A – Assault on respiratory system
R – Respiratory distress
D – Decreased lung compliance
S – Severe respiratory distress
Diagnosis - Diagnostic Tests
Diagnosis - Lab Results
Diagnostic Criteria
A – Acute Onset
R – Ratio (PaCo2/FiO2) <200
D – Diffuse infiltrates (White out)
S – Pulmonary artery wedge pressure (PAWP)
<18mmHg
Implementation – Nursing Interventions
Implementation/Treatment – Collaborative Care
Evaluation – Education – Health Promotion/Prevention