PiCCO
PiCCO is a cardiac output monitor that combines pulse contour analysis and transpulmonary thermodilution technique; PiCCO2 includes continuous ScvO2 monitoring (CeVOX probe via standard CVC)
Pericardiocentesis
Pericardiocentesis: procedure used to remove pericardial effusion by needle aspiration; treatment of pericardial effusion and/or tamponade
PEG Tube
Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) Tube
Passy-Muir Valve
Passy-Muir Valve: facilitation of speech in the tracheostomized patient
PAC vs TOE in Shock
There are many differences between the use of TOE vs PAC in the management of shock; indications depend on specific information desired and local expertise
Oxygen Cylinder Regulator
DESCRIPTION METHOD OF INSERTION AND/OR USE fitted on to the top of the oxygen cylinder (stop valve) has a pressure regulator inlet (upstream) pressure gauge and needle valve (downstream) outlet connection where O2 tubing is attached -> regulation of flow…
Nerve stimulator
Nerve stimulator aka 'train of four' stimulator: Provides an objective measure of neuromuscular blockade
Nebulizers
A nebulizer (aerosol generator, atomizer, nebulizing humidifier) emits water in the form of an aerosol mist (water vapor plus particulate water); include small or large volume delivery systems
Nasopharyngeal airway
Reviewed and revised 7 February 2017 OVERVIEW USE DESCRIPTION Parts Sizes METHOD OF INSERTION/ USE COMPLICATIONS OTHER INFORMATION Contraindications: References and Links
Nasogastric and Orogastric Tubes
Nasogastric and Orogastric Tubes
McCoy Laryngoscope Blade
McCoy Laryngoscope Blade: laryngoscope blade with adjustable hinged tip; improved visualisation of the cords in the setting of a difficult intubation
Magnet
a magnet is a device that creates its own magnetic field; used for the assessment of pacemakers and implantable cardioverter-defibrillators