lungs Flashcards
1
Q
when we say collapsed lung medically speaking what is it
A
atelactasis
2
Q
atelectasis
A
collapse lung- LOSS OF LUNG VOLUME
can be the whole lung, or a section of the lung.
can be caused by obstructive causes like a Tumor, mucous plug so air is not reaching the alveoli so they just collapse.
non obstructive would be like things in the pleural space putting pressure on the lung, pleural effusion, pneumothorax,
3
Q
RF for atelactatsis
A
after surgery - you are not aerating the lungs properly
prolonged bed rest
very common with general anesthesia
