FREE CHT Hyperbaric Medicine and Indications Questions and Answers
Which of the following is an approved indication for hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT)?
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Carbon monoxide poisoning is a recognized indication for HBOT due to its ability to quickly displace CO from hemoglobin.
What is the primary physiological effect of hyperbaric oxygen therapy?
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HBOT increases the amount of dissolved oxygen in plasma, enhancing tissue oxygenation and promoting healing.
Which condition is considered a contraindication to HBOT?
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An untreated pneumothorax is a contraindication to HBOT, as pressure changes may lead to expansion and potential lung collapse.
How does HBOT aid in wound healing?
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HBOT supports angiogenesis, or the formation of new blood vessels, which enhances oxygen delivery and promotes tissue repair.
What condition is HBOT commonly used to treat in diabetic patients?
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HBOT is frequently used in diabetic patients to promote healing of chronic, non-healing foot ulcers.
Which mechanism explains the reduction of gas embolism risk with HBOT?
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HBOT reduces the size of gas bubbles in the bloodstream by increasing ambient pressure, which is explained by Boyle’s Law.