Approach to Dyspnea Flashcards
1
Q
4 main causes to consider when pt presents with dyspnea?
A
pulmonary, cardiac, blood, and acid base
2
Q
2 blood causes of dyspnea?
A
anemia and carbon monoxide in the blood
3
Q
3 main causes of dyspnea from cardiac?
A
MI, CHF, arrhythmia