Capnography in Resuscitation: Peaks, Valleys, and Trends- Do They Signal the End?
Discuss the normal parameters for carbon dioxide, and the significance of variations from those parameters.
Review the current forms of capnography measurement including litmus paper devices, as well as mainstream continuous monitoring and sidestream continuous monitoring.
Discuss how capnography data compares to other sources in predicting patient wellbeing.
Outline how capnography can help in the critical care unit to predict patient outcomes.
Discuss how capnography is considered a "gold standard" in endotracheal tube confirmation and the legal liability associated with not using capnography.
1.0 Free CEUs for Nurses
Expires 5/17/16
Grant by Zoll