Lecture 8 - Asthma/Air Quality and its impact on Health Flashcards
What is asthma
Risk factors for asthma
How to diagnose asthma
How to manage asthma
What are the results of well-controlled asthma
What are some non-pharmacological managements strategies for asthma
Describe asthma flare-ups/exacerbations
What impacts air quality
What are the 4 mechanisms of particle deposition
What are the bodies strategies for respiratory defense
What is air pollution and some sources of air pollution
Describe ground level ozone and its impact on the environment
How to improve indoor air quality
What is radon and its impact on indoor air quality
How does air quality impact our health
How does air quality impact our respiratory system
How does air quality impact our cardiovascular system
Who are sensitive groups to air quality
What is the air quality health index