Elevinth Test Flashcards
Structures of the Upper Respiratory Tract
Nose mouth and Throat (pharynx)
And paranasal Sinuses
Structures of the Lower Respiratory Tract
Larynx
Lungs
Trachea
bronchi
bronchioles
Two proceses ventilation are
inhalation
and exhalation.
Dyspnea is what
Difficulty breathing
Apnea is what
. Absense of breathing for more than 19 seconds
Lack of oxygen in the body is termed
hypoxia
Ashtma is a
chronic inflammatory discase of the bronchi
Asthma Symptoms may be worse when
in the morning and at night
COPD consists of two related diseases which are
chronci bronchitis and emphysema.
Smoking is responsible for what percentage of cases of COPD in the United States
85 _to 90 percent
Acute-Lasting less than what and is caused by what
6 weeks and generally caused by Viral lung infections but can also be caused by bacterial infections
Chronic—Recurring frequently for more than how many years and caused by what
2 years and may be caused by repeated _ attacks of acute bronchitis
Emphysema is a
along term, progressive disease of the lung and also a form for COPD.
Acold is a(n) _
Viral infection of the uper respiratory tract.
The cold usually appears when
one to three days after exposure to the cold virus
Hay fever is sometimes called what
seasonal allergenic rhinitis to pollinosis.
The tree kind of influenza are what
A B AND C
What is the most problematic influenza viruses
Type A is the most problematic for humans
What is the most common type of I fluenza virus
Influenza B is the most common
Lung cancer is the leading cause of what
cancer deaths in both men and women in both America and the world
smoking
is the most significant factor in what
the development of lung cancer.
Secondhand
smoke is another cause for what
lung cancer; 7300 nonsmokers die each year
Two main types of cancer are _
nonsmall cel lung cancer and Small
cell lung cancer
Pertusissiaslo called
Whooping cough
Vaccination is available and is first given when an infant is
2 months) old.
Pleurisy is
Inflammation of the pleura.
Pneumonia is an)
Inflammation of the lung or lungs.
Pneumonia It can be caused by
bacteria, viruses, fungi, or chemical irritants.
Pulmonary embolism is a(n) _
blood clot in the lung that occurs when
a colt breaks away from the wall of a vein in the leg pelvis arm and sometimes the right side of the heart and travels throughout the blood stream
SARS
First infected people in parts of Asia North America and Europe in early 2003
How is SARS spread
This. Highly contagious illness spread via airborne droplets.
Tuberculosis is a contagious disease caused by the bacterium
mycobacterium
BT bacteria are spread when
infected _
droplets that are inhaled.
Dysprea
Shortness of breath,especialy with exertion
Coughing
Dry or productive (with sputmor blood)
Wheznig
A harsh whistling sound with breathing
Cyanosis
Blue color of the skin or mucuses membrane caused by lack of oxygen
Rales
Crackles heard when listening to the chest
Stridor-
harsh, high-pitched sounds , usually during inspiration
Rhonchus -
Wheezing or squeaking sounds heard when listening to the chest.
Hemoptysis–
Coughing up blood or blood stained mucus
PFTs assess
lung Volume and cabacit and ear often performed
when apatient complains of shortness of breath, especialy after minimdl
exertion.
This is the test you wil proform in clinics
Spiromey
used in ever form of vital sign
pulse oximetrey
At leasthow many spirometry tests must be obtained to
3 tests must ensure the validity
of the measurements.
Total lung capacity (TLC) —
The maximum amount of air that can fill the lungs some of 4 volumes.
Vital capacity (VC) -
The amount Of air that can be exhales following forced inspiration including maximum exaration.
The patient should be instructed to refrain from
smoking and from eating a large meal for 4to 6 Hours before the test.
The patient should not ues the
bronchodilators or nebUlizers
for 6 hours before the test
Reason a test should not be done
Is of the patient is sick with the flu the cold or active allergies
Anebulizer is a handheld device that
delivers medication directly to deep areas in the Lungs through a fine aerosols mist that is inhaled.
The mask may be preferred for
children or when the patient is unable to use a(n) mouthpiece
Patients on oxygen therapy is managed by a
polmonoigest and a respiratory therapist
Proper coaching from a medical assistant can empower a patient to make
positive life changes
Many ilneses are related to
lifestyle behahaviors .
Noncompliance is
not
following the physicianS orders.
Documenting hte teaching done by charting in the patient’s health record helps
ensure continue care
Chose teaching mehtods based
on CharacteristicS and preferences of the learner
Children may need ot see a treatment or procedure performed on a(n)
doll before tolerating it well
Many children like to touch
the equipment that will be used on them
Make every at tempt ot respect the wishes of the patient while not taking
personal offense if someone else wil make the patient feel more comfortable.
family members can be key allies in
assisting the patient with
learning and with reinforcing your teaching.
