Lung diseases Flashcards
1
Q
What is the diagnosis for chronic bronchitis
A
persitent productive cough for 3 months in 2 consecutive years
2
Q
What bugs are associated with bronchiectasis
A
TB
staph
Kleibsiella
3
Q
Asthma is mediated by
A
Eosinophils
4
Q
What is the hallmark of restrictive diseases
A
reduced lung compliance (stiff lungs)
5
Q
Term for inadequate expansion of airspaces
A
Atelectasis (Collapse)
6
Q
Term for shortness of breath
A
Dyspnea
7
Q
Causes of Atelectasis
A
Aspiration
Pneumothorax
Pleural fibrosis
8
Q
Sx of COPD
A
Congestive Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Emphysema
Asthma
Brochietasis
9
Q
What is the main cause of COPD
A
Smoking
