Lung abscess Flashcards
1
Q
Definition
A
Localized area of pus formation in the lung
2
Q
Etiology/causes
A
aspiration (of a tooth, food, or any other foreign object)
Pneumonia
TB
malignancy
trauma to the lungs
3
Q
S&S/clinical manifestations
A
fatigue
weight loss
fever
chronic cough +/- sputum
anorexia
4
Q
Tx
A
Postural drainage
high protein, high-calorie diet as protein can be lost through the sputum
