Acute Respiratory Distress Flashcards
1
Q
What is the most common occurrence of ARD in children?
A
Foreign body
2
Q
What is the most common occurrence of ARD in adults?
A
Angioedema due to anaphylaxis
3
Q
What is the most common cause of ARD in the elderly?
A
Dentures
4
Q
Treatment of ARDs
A
- Suction with blunt tip (Yankeur
- Heimlich
- If due to angioedema, Epinepherine
5
Q
Patients with uncomplicated removal of an obstructing foreign body should receive what instructions?
A
- Eat more slowly
- Chew more thoroughly
- Swallow more carefully