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Lung Parenchyma Flashcards

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Lung Parenchyma definition

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Structures within the lung involved in gas exchange

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Examples of parenchyma, structures

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Alveoli, bronchioles, capillaries, bronchi

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Granuloma definition

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Small areas of inflammation

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Mechanical features of the lungs against infection

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Cillia in lungs
Coughing

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Immunological features in lung against infection

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Anti microbes in lungs
Macrophages and dendritic cells

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Three types of pneumonia

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Community acquired
Hospital acquired
Healthcare associated

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Pneumonia
Symptoms

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Cough
Sputum
Pleuritic chest pain
Fatigue
Hypoxia

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Pneumonia investigations

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Chest x ray (pneumonia has radiological evidence)
Blood tests (ABG, U+E)

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Direct causes of respiratory distress

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Hypoxia
Pneumonia

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Indirect causes of respiratory distress

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Trauma
Sepsis
Pancreatitis

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Bronchiectasis definition

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Dilated bronchioles
Chronic widening and damage to bronchial tubes
Causes build up of mucus in lungs

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