Bronchoscopy

Question 1

Describe a Bronchoscopy

Answer 1

An examination of the inside of the trachea and of the large air passages leading to the lungs. Usually done as a way of assessing the degree of narrowing of the trachea and the overall general condition of the trachea and the air passageways.

Question 2

Swallowing problems due to neurological issue

Answer 2

• Leakage from top means the pt is aspirating at laryngeal level
• Or a tear, tissue damage that’s tough
• We need to assess them and give recommendations