Aspiration Pneumonia Flashcards
1
Q
What is aspiration pneumonia?
A
A pneumonia developing as a result of foreign materials gaining entry to the bronchial tree, usually food or saliva.
2
Q
What are risk factors of aspiration pneumonia?
A
Incompetent swallowing mechanism: stroke, MS, intoxication.
Iatrogenic causes: intubation
Poor dental hygiene
Prolonged hospitalization or surgical procedures
Impaired consciousness
Impaired mucociliary clearance
3
Q
What are the most common bacterial causes of aspiration pneumonia?
A
Streptococcus pneumoniae
Staphylococcus aureus
Haemophilus influenzae
Pseudomonas aeruginosa
