ANSWERS
absolute contraindications to laparoscopy Answer - - unable to tolerate
laparotomy
- hypovolemic shock
- lack of surgeon training
- no support @ hospital
relative contraindications to laparoscopy Answer - - can't tolerate general
anesthesia
- long standing peritonitis
- large abdominal/pelvic mass
- massive hernia
- severe cardiopulmonary disease
visceral artery aneurysm Answer - risk of injury w/ trocar insertion
previous abdominal surgery scars can be an issue, may have intraperitoneal
adhesions
CO2 Answer - readily absorbed, easily eliminated
increase end tidal CO2, increase arterial CO2 concentration, decrease serum
pH, greatest change is seen in the first 20 minutes