Glenn Procedure

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Across
  1. 3. This increases intrathoracic pressure and blows off CO2 causing cerebral vasoconstriction and should be avoided in Glenns.
  2. 7. This medication, which metabolizes into nitric oxide, is infused through the Glenn line to dilate pulmonary capillary bed and lower PVR.
  3. 8. Because pulmonary blood flow is now partially _____ dependent, HOB should be elevated to assist with venous return.
  4. 9. The term "Glenn Line" refers to the _____. (abbreviation)
  5. 10. Calculated by subtracting LAP from CVP, this metric helps us to infer if the pt's PVR is high or low. (two words)
  6. 11. Blood flow from the upper body through the lungs without a ventricular pump to push it is described as _____.
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  1. 1. The second stage of single ventricle palliation.
  2. 2. This temporary post-surgical phenomenon involving headaches and discomfort is caused by increased cerebral blood flow and may persist for a few weeks. (two words)
  3. 4. When blood from the upper body is directed to both lungs rather than just the right lung, the Glenn is considered to be _____.
  4. 5. Glenn procedure is typically performed around _____ months of age. (spell it out)
  5. 6. Pressure in the SVC must be _____ than pressure in the left atrium.
  6. 9. The CNS triggers the body to raise systemic pressure in order to overcome high pressure PAs and maintain _____. (abbreviation)