6-Ps of Dyspnea & Other Respiratory Conditions

Question 1

1. pulmonary bronchial constriction
2. possible foreign body
3. pulmonary embolism (PE)
4. pneumothorax
5. pump failure
6. pneumonia

Answer 1

6-P’s of dyspnea

Question 2

alveoli filled with thick fluid making gas exchange difficult

Answer 2

pneumonia

Question 3

fibrous C.T. builds up in the lungs reducing their elasticity

Answer 3

pulmonary fibrosis

Question 4

contagious bacterial infection that involves the lungs

Answer 4

pulmonary TB

Question 5

chronic lung condition characterized by the alveoli being damaged & enlarged

Answer 5

emphysema

Question 6

inflammation of the bronchi

Answer 6

bronchitis