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In regards to detection of a venous air embolus, which of the following modalities is most sensitive?
In regards to detection of a venous air embolus, which of the following modalities is most sensitive?


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G. End-tidal carbon dioxide concentration
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The answer is B. Doppler is the most sensitive. Echo is the most specific.  All others can be used and have signs associated with VAE.  
The answer is B. Doppler is the most sensitive. Echo is the most specific.  All others can be used and have signs associated with VAE.  


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Latest revision as of 23:07, 23 January 2022

In regards to detection of a venous air embolus, which of the following modalities is most sensitive?

A. Echocardiography

B. Precordial Doppler

C. EKG

D. Right atrial pressure monitor

E. Arterial blood pressure monitor

F. End-tidal nitrogen concentration

G. End-tidal carbon dioxide concentration

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The answer is B. Doppler is the most sensitive. Echo is the most specific. All others can be used and have signs associated with VAE.

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