Definitions only Flashcards
What is CF?
An inherited autosomal recessive disease resulting from a gene mutation on chromosome 7 affecting ion transport.
What is pneumonia?
An inflammatory condition of the lung leading to abnormal alveolar filling with consolidation and exudation.
What is bronchiectasis?
the permanent abnormal dilation in one or more of the lungs Bronchi leading to excess mucus making a person more prone to pulmonary infection
What is pulmonary fibrosis
A progressive restrictive disease caused by inflammation and scarring of the lungs
What does COPD stand for and name 3 major conditions
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder.
Chronic bronchitis, Chronic asthma and Emphysema
What is myelopathy?
Compression on the spinal cord in the central canal.
What is cauda equina syndrome?
Compression on the collection of nerves at the bottom of the spinal cord
What is spinal stenosis
The narrowing of the spinal canal.
What is radiculopathy
compression or irritation of a spinal nerve root.
What is spondylosis?
An umberella term for degenerative spinal changes.
What is ankylosing spondylitis
• “Ankylosing” = stiffening or fusion
• “Spondylitis” = inflammation of the spine
Chronic inflammation leading to progressive abnormal fusion and stiffening spinal joints
What is spondyliolistesis
Anterior translation of the superior vertebra relative to the inferior vertebra.
What is cerebral anoxia?
A complete interruption of the supply of oxygen to the brain.
What is autonomic dysreflexia
Seen in individuals with spinal cord injuries at or above the T6 level.
An overreaction of the autonomic nervous system to a stimulus below the level of injury, leading to severe hypertension and other symptoms.
