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Chpt. 11: Airway Management Flashcards

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Acidosis

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A pathological condition that results from the accumulation of acids in the body

Can be caused by hypoventilation (CO2 retention)

Rapid, shallow breathing

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Aerobic metabolism

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Metabolism that can only proceed in the presence of oxygen

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Agonal gasps

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Occasional gasps that are ineffective attempts at breathing, occuring after the heart has stopped

Should not be considered breathing

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Airway

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The upper airway tract or the passage above the larynx (nose, mouth, and throat) and the lower airway (trachea and lungs)

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Alkalosis

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The buildup of excess base (lack of acids) in the body

Rapid, deep breathing

Hyperventilation

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Anaerobic metabolism

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The metabolism that takes place in the absence / lack of oxygen

Lactic acid and stiff muscles

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Anoxia

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The absense of oxygen

Stroke causes hypoperfusion in the brain

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Apnea

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Absence of breathing; periods of not breathing

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Aspiration

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The introduction of vomit or other foreign materials into the lungs

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Asymmetric chest wall movement

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Unequal movement of the two sides of the chest; indicating decreased airflow into one lung

“flail chest” = broken ribs, usually 2 or more in more than one place

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Atelectasis

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A condition of airless or collapsed alveoli that causes pulmonary shunting, ventilation/perfusion mismatch, hypoxemia

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Bag-valve mask

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A device with a face mask attached to a ventilation bag containing a reservoir and connected to oxygen; delivers more than 90% oxygen

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Bilateral

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A body part or condition that appears on both sides of the midline

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Bradypnea

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Slow respiratory rate

<12 breaths per minute in adults

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Bronchioles

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Small airways made of smooth muscle that lead to the alveoli

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Capnometry / End-tidal carbon dioxide (EtO2)

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The measurment of exhaled carbon dioxide (35-45 mmHg)

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Carina

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Point at which the trachea divides into the left and right mainstem bronchi

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Cellular respiration

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A biochemical process resulting in the production of energy in the form of ATP

Occurs after internal respiration has allowed oxygen to leave the blood and goes to the tissue

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Chemoreceptors

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Receptors the monitor chemicals in the blood

Tracks rising levels of CO2 and determine when to take a breath

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Colormetric carbon dioxide detector

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A device that attaches between the endotracheal tube or supraglottic airway to determine the presence of exhaled CO2

Barney = bad (no CO2 exchange)
Big Bird= good (CO2 exchange)

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Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP)

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A method of ventilation used primarily in the treatment of critically ill patients with respiratory distress (bronchoconstriction, atelectasis, pulmonary edema)

Pressure on inhalation and exhalation to allow for full lung expansion

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Dead space

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The amount of inhaled air that does not reach the alveoli (150 ml)

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Dyspnea

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Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

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Exhalation

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The inactive part of breathing where the diaphragm and intercostal muscles relax, forcing air out of the lungs

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External respiration
The exchange of gases between the lungs and blood cells in the pulmonary capillaries
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Gag reflex
A normal reflex mechanism that causes retching; activated by touching the soft palate or the back of the throat Prohibits the use of an OPA or supraglottic airway
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Glottic opening
The narrowest part of the adult airway; the space between the vocal cords
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Head tilt-chin lift maneuver
A combo of 2 movements to open the airway by tilting the forehead back and lifting the chin Used for non-trauma patients
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Hemothorax
Accumlulation of blood in the pleural space
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Hering-Breuer reflex
The mechanism that terminates inhalation and prevents overexpansion of the lungs
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Hypercapnia
Increased carbon dioxide levels in the bloodstream
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Hyperventilation
Rapid/deep breathing that results in excess respiration
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Hypovolemic shock
A condition in which low blood volume, due to massive internal or external bleeding or extensive loss of body water, results in hypoperfusion
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Hypoxemia
A deficiency of oxygen in arterial blood
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Hypoxia
A dangerous condition in which the body's tissues and cells do not have enough oxygen
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Hypoxic drive
A backup system to control respirations based on oxygen levels instead of the body's default state, which is to measure CO2 levels to control respirations
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Inhalation
The active part of breathing, drawing air into the lungs by negative pressure
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Internal respiration
The exchange of gases between the blood cells and tissues
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Jaw-thrust maneuver
Technique used to open the airway by placing the fingers behind the angle of the jaw and bringing the jaw forward Used when trauma has occured or is unknown
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Labored breathing
Breathing that requires greater than normal effort; may be slower or faster than normal and usuakky requires the use of accessory muscles Pursed lips, intercostal retractions and nasal flaring (pediatrics)
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Laryngospasm
An involuntary contraction of the vocal cords, completely closing off the airway
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Larynx
The most inferior portion of the upper airway / voice box Epiglottis, thyroid cartilage, cricoid cartilage, arytenoid cartilage, corniculate cartilage, cuneiform cartilage
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Lung complience
The ability of the alveoli to fully expand when air is drawn in during inhalation
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Mediastinum
Space within the chest that contains the heart, major blood vessels, vagus nerve, trachea, major bronchi, and esophagus Located between the lungs
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Metabolism
The chemical processes that provide cells with energy from nutrients
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Minute volume
The amount of air moved in and out of the respiratory tract per minute Tidal volume x respiratory rate
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Nasal cannula
An oxygen delivery device that goes into the nose 2-6 L/minute
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Nasopharyngeal airway (NPA)
An airway adjunct inserted into the nostril of a responsive patient who is not able to maintain a natural airway Should not be used when trauma to the back of the head is suspected (basilar skull fracture) Measure: - Corner of the nose to the earlobe - Tragus to the lateral side of the nostril
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Negative pressure ventilation
Normal, unassisted breathing Diaphragm contracts and creates a lower pressure space in the chest
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Nonrebreathing mask (NRB)
A combo mask and reservior bag system that covers the nose and mouth 10-15 L/min
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Obstruction
An object blocking airflow to the airway Can be aspirated material, large or small objects, and patients tongue (unconscious)
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Oropharyngeal airway (OPA)
An airway adjunct inserted into the mouth to keep the tongue from blocking the upper airway and to make suctioning easier Unable to be used on a patient with a gag reflex Measure: - Corner of the mouth to the earlobe - Center of the mouth to the angle of the jaw
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Orthopnea
Difficulty breathing when lying down that can be relieved by standing or sitting
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Oxygenation
The process of oxygen being delivered into the blood through the alveoli by diffusion
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Oxygen saturation (SpO2)
The measure of the percentage of oxygen molecules that are bound to hemoglobin in arterial blood
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Oxygen toxicity
Excessive oxygen being delivered to the body resulting in cellular and tissue damage
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Paradoxical motion
The inward movement of the chest during inhalation and outward movement during exhalation Sign of broken / flail ribs
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Parietal pleura
Thin membrane lining the chest cavity
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Partial pressure
The term used to describe the amount of gas in air or dissolved in fluid, such as blood
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Patent
Open, clear of obstruction
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Phrenic nerves
The nerves that innervate the diaphragm C3-C5
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Pneumothorax
A partial or complete accumulation of air in the pleural space
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Positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP)
Mechanical / physical maintenance of pressure in the airway aimed at increasing alveolar opening and allowing for better respiration Prevents air from immediately coming out and allows for back pressure (pursed lips)
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Pulmonary edema
A buildup of fluid in the lungs, usually a result of congestive heart failure
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Recovery position
A side-laying position used to maintain a clear airway in patients without injury Left lateral recumbent
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Residual volume
Air that remains in the lungs after maximal expiration
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Respiration
The process of exchanging oxygen and carbon dioxide
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Respiratory rate
The number of breaths in 1 minute 12-20 breaths for adults
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Retractions
Movements in which the skin pulls in and around the ribs during inspiration Considered labored breathing
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Stoma
A surgical opening in the body that connects an internal structure to the skin, like the trachea "trach"
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Stridor
A harsh, high-pitched respiratory sound, generally heard during inspiration, that is caused by partial blockage or narrowing of the upper airway Upper airway problem
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Surfactant
An oily substance released by cells of the alveoli designed to reduce surface tension and allow the alveoli to stay open
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Tachypnea
Fast respiratory rate >20 breaths in adults
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Tidal volume
The amount of air moved during 1 breath Involuntary, casual breathing (500 ml average)
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Trachea
The windpipe; the main conduit for air passing to and from the lungs
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Tracheostomy tube
A tube inserted through the hole created by a tracheostomy
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Turbinates
Bony shelves that extend from the lateral walls of the nose into the nasal passageway Increases surface area, improves filtration, humidification, and warming of inhaled air Without this, lung butter is produced (thick mucous)
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Vasodilatory shock
A type of shock related to relaxation of the blood vessels, allowing blood to pool and impair circulation
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Ventilation
The physical movement of air into the lungs
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Visceral pleura
Thin membrane that covers the lungs
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Vital capacity
The amount of air that can be forcibly expelled from the lungs after breathing in as deeply as possible Voluntary
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Wheezing
A high-pitched, whistling breath sound that is prominent on expiration, and suggests an obstruction or narrowing of the lower airways (bronchoconstriction)
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Rhonchi
Lung sound: - Thick mucous - Asthma - Chronic Bronchitis - COURSE CRACKLES
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Wheezes
Lung sound: - Polyphonic --> Bronchospasms - Monophonic --> Inflammation & chronic sound
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Crackles / Rales
Lung sound: - Fine crackles - --> Pulmonary Effusion (fluid around the alveoli) - Pulmonary Edema (bubbles)
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Pleural Friction Rub
Lung sound: - Inflammation - Rubbing balloons

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