Clinical Manifestations Flashcards
1
Q
what tests/assessments should be done for COPD?
A
- physical assessment
- lab results
-radiological findings - pulmonary function tests
2
Q
what are symptoms of COPD?
A
dyspnea, fatigue, exercise intolerance, cough, sputum production, wheezing
3
Q
what can dyspnea be caused by?
A
disturbances in ventilation, gas exchange, ventilation-perfusion mismatch (V/Q) or increased work of breathing that damages lung parenchyma
4
Q
fatigue and exercise intolerance occurs because of what?
A
increased work of breathing depletes energy stores
5
Q
why does a cough occur?
A
it is a reflex that is stimulated in an effort to clear excessive secretions and or inhaled irritants from the lower airways
6
Q
what is sputum production caused by?
A
inflammation in the airways
7
Q
why does wheezing occur?
A
occurs as air passes through narrowed airways
