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deep, rapid breathing usually as compensation for a metabolic acidosis, especially that seen with Diabetic Ketoacidosis - as a result of too much sugar in the blood
Note that at onset, it is shallow and as metabolic acidosis develops, it becomes deep and rapid. This is commonly seen in patient facing imminent death due to multiple organ failure particularly the kidneys secondary to hyperglycemia.
KUSSMAUL RESPIRATIONS IS THE DEEP, RAPID, AND LABORED BREATHING ASSOCIATED WITH ACIDOTIC STATES, PARTICULARY DIABETIC KETOACIDOSIS (DKA)
k= ketones
u=uremia
s=sepsis
s=salicylates
m=methanol
a=aldehyde
u)
l=lactic acidosis
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What is kussmaluls cheyne-stokes?
Kussmaul and Cheyne-Stokes are types of respirations. Kussmaul respirations are hyperapnea, an Cheyne-Stokes respirations are hypercapnia.
What are some respiratory system words that begin with the K?
Kerley lines and kussmaul respirations begin with the letter K. Kerley lines are markers found on chest x-ray, and kussmaul respirations are an abnormal pattern of breathing.
What is the priority intervention for the client having Kussmaul respirations as a result of diabetic ketoacidosis?
implementation of seizure precautions
A patient is described as being diabetic and having Kussmaul respirations. What physiologic activity is taking place to cause this in your patient?
This sign is indicative of diabetic acidosis. The deep, rapid respirations will raise the patient's pH, thus reducing the acidotic condition. Sounds right -- I've heard it called ketoacidosis too.
When did Adolph Kussmaul die?
Adolph Kussmaul died in 1902.
When was Adolph Kussmaul born?
Adolph Kussmaul was born in 1822.
What has the author Paul Kussmaul written?
Paul Kussmaul has written: 'Training the Translator (Benjamins Translation Library)'
WHAT IS CELL RESPIRATIONS WASTE PRODUCT?
What is respirations wastes products
What is the medical term meaning slow dying respirations or pulse?
Agonal Respirations
What is high respirations?
Fast breaths. Normal respirations are 12-20 breaths/minute. High is 24+ and low is 10-
What is the name of low respirations?
Bradypnea?
Why should pulse and respirations be taken together?
If your patient is aware that you are taking respirations, they may breathe faster or slower to change results.
