6B: RLD Flashcards
1
Q
What are six interventions for pleural effusion?
A
- Chest tube or thoracenteis to drain fluid
- Antibiotics
- Splinting if painful
- Deep breathing
- Mobility
- Positioning to increase lung expansion
2
Q
What are four interventions for pulmonary edema?
A
- CHF meds
- Deep breathing
- Positioning to allow for accessory muscles
- Mobility
3
Q
Is postural drainage a viable intervention for pulmonary edema?
A
No
4
Q
What are five interventions for ARDS?
A
- Treat the cause
- Supplemental O2
- Electrolyte balance
- Positioning
- Mobility
5
Q
What are interventions for someone in the ICU with COVID?
A
Positioning, encourage inspiratory capacity, mobility or upright as much as possible, prevent skin breakdown and delirium
6
Q
What are interventions for acute COVID?
A
- Inspiratory capacity
- Peripheral muscle strength
- Endurance
- General conditioning
7
Q
What are the three overall treatment goals for COVID?
A
- Maximize strength
- Endurance
- Inspiratory function
8
Q
What are interventions for rib fractures?
A
- Splinting for coughing
- Deep breathing and coughing
- Mobility
9
Q
What are four interventions for lung contusion?
A
- Ventilation
- Deep breathing and positioning
- Mobility
- Closely watch fluid volume
10
Q
What are six interventions for atelectasis?
A
- Breathing exercises
- Positioning
- Coughing techniques
- Increase physical activity
- CT to drain fluid
- Pain meds
