Exam 1 RT 120 Flashcards

1
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What is dyspnea?

A

Shortness of breath perceived by patient

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2
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Define orthopnea.

A

Difficulty breathing supine (flat on back)

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3
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What does a pH level of < 7.35 indicate?

A

Acidosis

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4
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What is the CO2 range for alkalosis?

A

< 35-45

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5
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What HCO3 level indicates alkalosis?

A

> 28

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6
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What does black sputum color indicate?

A

Smoke or coal dust exposure

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7
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What does frothy white or pink sputum indicate?

A

Pulmonary edema

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8
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What is the oxygenation status for >100mmHg?

A

Overcorrected hypoxemia

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9
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What defines mild hypoxemia?

A

60-79mmHg

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10
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What is Type II respiratory failure associated with?

A

Hypercapnic/ventilatory failure

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11
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What is the PaCO2 level in Type II respiratory failure?

A

Greater than or equal to 50mmHg

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12
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What does increased alveolar ventilation (VA) do to PaCO2?

A

Decreases PaCO2

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13
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What is ABG acute on chronic respiratory failure?

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Rapid deterioration in patients with chronic lung disease

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14
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What is a common treatment during an acute asthma attack?

A

Oxygen to relieve hypoxemia (goal >92%)

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15
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What is a characteristic of the early asthmatic response?

A

Hypocapnia (low CO2)

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16
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What indicates airway inflammation in asthma?

A

Main anatomic alteration

17
Q

What does inspection involve in chest assessment?

A

Assessment of overall appearance and respiratory distress signs

18
Q

What is percussion in chest inspection?

A

Tapping the body surface to evaluate underlying structure

19
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What does Cheyne-Stokes breathing characterize?

A

Deep rapid breaths followed by periods of apnea

20
Q

What indicates large pleural effusions upon percussion?

A

Hyperresonant dull sound associated with increased density

21
Q

What does tracheal deviation indicate when shifting away from the affected area?

A

Pneumothorax or pleural effusion

22
Q

What is the cause of unilateral lung expansion?

A

Pneumonia, pneumothorax, and rib fractures

23
Q

What is pectus carinatum?

A

Outward sternal protrusion (pigeon breast)

24
Q

What are the two diseases that make up COPD?

A
  • Emphysema
  • Chronic bronchitis
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What are the increased PFT findings in COPD?
* RV (residual volume) * TLC (total lung capacity) * FRC (functional residual capacity)
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How do you calculate pack years?
Years smoking X number of packs/day
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What characterizes emphysema?
Abnormal enlargement of alveoli and destruction of alveolar walls
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What are common symptoms of COPD?
* Barrel chest * Accessory muscle use * Cyanosis * Dyspnea
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What is a common treatment for Alpha 1 anti-trypsin deficiency?
Prolastin (Alpha1-proteinase inhibitor-human)
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What are the treatment options for acute exacerbation of COPD?
* Inhaled bronchodilators * IV steroids * Antibiotics * Oxygen therapy
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What does the COPD assessment test (CAT) score assess?
Symptom severity
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What is the purpose of pulmonary rehabilitation?
Exercise training and education to manage symptoms
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What is lung volume reduction surgery (LVRS)?
Resection of hyperinflated lung areas to improve lung mechanics
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What are the effects of smoking on COPD?
80-90% COPD related deaths
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What is the significance of digital clubbing?
Indicates chronic hypoxemia
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What is the treatment for chronic management of COPD?
* Inhaled bronchodilators * Inhaled steroids * Vaccination