02.05 Calculating PAWP on PEEP for CCRN Review

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  1. Calculating PAWP on PEEP (Positive End Expiratory Pressure)
    1. For use when patient’s PEEP > 10 cm Hcm H
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      1. Increased PEEP increases intrathoracic pressure, altering the actual PAWP
    2. PEEP is measured in cm H
      2
      O

      1. Have to convert cm H
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        to mmHg
    3. For accurate PAWP
      1. PEEP divided by 1.36
      2. Divided by 2
      3. Subtract your answer from the PAWP

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