General Flashcards
1
Q
What are the causes of breathlessness? (3)
A
- Lung problems
- Circulation problems
- Chest wall problems
2
Q
What types of lung problems lead to breathlessness? (2)
A
- Airway
- Parenchyma
3
Q
What types of circulation problems lead to breathlessness? (3)
A
- RBC
- Electrolytes
- Bicarb/H+
4
Q
What types of chest wall problems lead to breathlessness? (3)
A
- Muscles
- Ribs
- Spine