Diaphragmatic Paralysis Flashcards
1
Q
DIAPHRAGM INNERVATION
A
3RD 4TH AND 5TH CERVICAL NERVES
2
Q
UNILATERAL PARALYSIS
A
MORE COMMON
THAN BILATERAL
CAUSES: TRAUMA, MS, ALS, POLIO,
SLE, AMYLOIDOSIS
3
Q
DIAPHRAGM PARALYSIS AND SLEEP
A
AT RISK FOR SLEEP HYPOVENTILATION SYNDROME
4
Q
DIAPHRAGMATIC PARALYSIS AND PFT
A
VC 75% NORMAL
SUPINE VC IS LESS THAN UPRIGHT
MIP WILL BE REDUCED
MAXIMAL EXPIRATORY PRESSURE IS SAME
