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Can you solve this puzzle?Test your veterinary knowledge with our monthly Brain Teaser June 2, 2020 By Phil Zeltzman, DVM, DACVS, CVJ, Fear Free Certified Photo courtesy Phil Zeltzman Question 1: What is the normal range for CO2 under anesthesia?35 to 45 mm Hg65 to 75 mm Hg0 to 15 mm HgQuestion 2: Which answer about capnography is incorrect?The shape of the capnography waveform can help determine the cause of respiratory distressA high CO2 reading (hypercapnea) means difficulty or insufficient breathingA low CO2 reading (hypocapnea) means difficulty or insufficient breathingQuestion 3: Which answer about capnography is correct?Pulse oximetry paints a faster picture of respiratory status compared to capnographyCapnography and pulse oximetry paint a simultaneous picture of respiratory statusCapnography paints a faster picture of respiratory status compared to pulse oximetryScore Me!
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