2- Pulmonary Diseases Flashcards
What are 2 variations of lung diseases?
1.) Restrictive lung disease
2.) Obstructive lung disease
What type of lung disease are we describing when there’s difficulty in inflating the lungs + challenges with inhalation?
Restrictive lung disease
What type of lung disease are we describing when there’s difficulty deflating the lungs + challenges with exhalation?
Obstructive lung disease
What is COPD?
It is known as a chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. It is LONGTERM + PROGRESSIVE.
What two types of COPD exist?
1.) chronic bronchitis
2.) Emphysema
What type of COPD encompasses inflammation of the airways + excess mucous production?
Chronic bronchitis
What type of COPD encompasses damage to the alveoli + reduction in surface area for gas?
Emphysema
What are some risk factors associated to COPD?
1.) Smoking: accounts for 85-90% of COPD deaths
2.) Occupational exposure: biological dust, pesticides, gases etc.
3.) Environmental exposure: second hand smoke, pollution.
4.) Genetics
What is the main pathophysiology of COPD?
Irritation of the airways + lungs:
- inflammation
- increased mucous production
- scarring
What can inflammation cause in the airways & lungs?
- Reduction in the airway diameter
- Increased number of cells inflammatory cells
What can scarring cause in the airways & lungs?
- Further reduces surface area & airway diameter
- Less compliant
What are noticeable symptoms of COPD?
1.) Wheezing
2.) Dyspnea (shortness of breath)
3.) Persistent cough
4.) Accessory muscle use
What are some medical managements used for COPD?
- Smoking cessation
- Avoiding respiratory irritants
- Bronchodilators
- Anti-inflammatory drugs
- Supplemental oxygen
- Vaccinations
What are some dental managements used for COPD?
- Emergency Preparedness
- Risk assessment
- Stress/anxiety management
- Consideration of continuous pulse oximetry if available
- Smoking cessation counseling or referral
- Halitosis
- Caution with nitrous oxide sedation
What are some treatment planning considerations for patients with COPD?
1.) Placing them in a semi-supine or upright chair positioning
2.) Avoid aerosol-generating procedures
3.) Avoid use of rubber dam in severe cases
What is asthma?
It is the inflammation of the airways restricting airflow into & out of the lungs.
How is asthma caused?
Due to the hyperresponsive response to stimuli causing the restriction in asthma.