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obstructive lung diseases and respiratory tract infections Flashcards

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What is obstructive lung disease?

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A group of disorders characterized by airway obstruction, especially during expiration (e.g., asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, COPD).

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Common manifestations of obstructive lung disease?

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DOE, wheezing, chronic cough.

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What is asthma?

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A chronic inflammatory disorder of the airways leading to bronchoconstriction, often triggered by allergens or irritants.

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Risk factors for asthma?

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Age, allergens, air pollution, smoking, recurrent viral infections, GERD, obesity.

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Manifestations of asthma?

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Cough, expiratory wheezing, SOB, exercise intolerance, tachypnea, anxiousness.

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What is chronic bronchitis?

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A condition characterized by chronic, productive cough and mucous hypersecretion for ≥3 months over 2 consecutive years.

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Classic signs of chronic bronchitis?

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DOE with wheezing, productive cough, dusky/cyanotic color (Blue Bloater), polycythemia, prolonged expiration.

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What is emphysema?

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Abnormal enlargement of gas-exchange airways and destruction of alveolar walls without obvious fibrosis.

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Classic signs of emphysema?

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DOE with wheezing, prolonged expiration, pursed lip breathing, barrel chest, pink skin (Pink Puffers).

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What is COPD?

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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, a progressive condition that includes chronic bronchitis, emphysema, and asthma.

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Risk factors for COPD?

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Smoking, second-hand smoke, air pollution, respiratory infections, genetic factors.

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Manifestations of COPD?

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Chronic SOB/DOE, productive cough, barrel chest, clubbing, fatigue, abnormal ABGs.

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What is obstructive sleep apnea?

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A condition causing airway obstruction during sleep, leading to apneic pauses, snoring, and daytime sleepiness.

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Classic signs of obstructive sleep apnea?

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Apneic pauses, snoring, labored breathing, restlessness, daytime sleepiness, chronic mouth breathing.

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How is obstructive sleep apnea diagnosed?

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H&P, upper airway imaging, sleep study.

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What is acute bronchitis?

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Acute inflammation of the airways, usually self-limiting, often caused by viruses.

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What viruses commonly cause acute bronchitis?

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Rhinovirus, influenza, coronavirus, parainfluenza, RSV, etc.

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Manifestations of acute bronchitis?

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Fever, non-productive or productive cough, chills, malaise, chest pain.

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How is acute bronchitis diagnosed?

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H&P, CXR/CT to rule out other causes.

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What is pneumonia?

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Infection of the lower respiratory tract, caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa, or parasites.

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Risk factors for pneumonia?

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Advanced age, immunodepression, smoking, alcoholism, dysphagia, underlying lung disease, endotracheal intubation (VAP), etc.

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Types of pneumonia?

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CAP (Community-Acquired), HAP (Hospital-Acquired), VAP (Ventilator-Associated), HCAP (Healthcare-Associated).

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Sources of infection for pneumonia?

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Aspiration, inhalation of microorganisms, bacteremia, contaminated endotracheal tubes.

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Mechanism of pneumonia?

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Inflammatory response damages bronchial and alveolar membranes, leading to fluid accumulation and VQ mismatching.

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Manifestations of pneumonia?

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Fever, chills, productive/dry cough, malaise, pleural pain, DOE, hemoptysis, rales/rhonchi.

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How is pneumonia diagnosed?

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H&P, CXR/CT, sputum culture, urine antigen test (Legionella).

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What is tuberculosis (TB)?

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A pneumonia caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, an acid-fast bacillus.

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Risk factors for TB?

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Geographical location, crowded settings, homelessness, substance abuse.

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How is TB transmitted?

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Airborne droplets.

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What is latent TB?

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Inactive TB infection that is non-infectious, asymptomatic, and can activate later.

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Mechanism of TB?

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Bacteria enter the lungs, form lesions (tubercules), necrosis occurs, scar tissue forms.

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Manifestations of TB?

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Fatigue, weight loss, low-grade fevers, night sweats, hemoptysis, DOE, chest pain.

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How is TB diagnosed?

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PPD test, AFB culture, CXR/CT (cavitary lesions), serum immunoassay tests.

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What is a lung abscess?

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Localized destruction of lung parenchyma, often related to aspiration.

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Mechanism of lung abscesses?

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Cavitation: abscess empties into a bronchus, forming a cavity.

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Manifestations of lung abscesses?

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Fever, chills, foul-smelling sputum, hemoptysis, pleural pain.

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How are lung abscesses diagnosed?

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H&P, CT.

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What is pulmonary embolism (PE)?

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Partial or full occlusion of a pulmonary vessel, often originating from DVT.

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Risk factors for PE?

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Limited mobility, hypercoagulability, oral contraceptives, trauma, genetic factors.

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Types of emboli?

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Blood clots, tissue fragments, fat plaque, foreign body, air embolism, amniotic fluid.

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Manifestations of PE?

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Acute SOB, pleuritic chest pain, tachypnea/tachycardia, anxiety, right heart strain on ultrasound.

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How is PE diagnosed?

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CT w/ contrast, VQ scan, ultrasound.

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What is pulmonary artery hypertension (PAH)?

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Mean pulmonary artery pressure > 25mmHg at rest, leading to cor pulmonale.

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Risk factors for PAH?

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Idiopathic, genetic inheritance, left heart disease, chronic lung disease (e.g., COPD), chronic thromboembolism.

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Mechanism of PAH?

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Endothelial dysfunction, vasoconstrictors increase, vascular remodeling reduces vessel lumen size, increased resistance.

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Manifestations of PAH?

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Tachypnea, DOE, fatigue, chest discomfort, lightheadedness.

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How is PAH diagnosed?

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Right heart catheterization, CXR, CT, US to identify underlying cause.

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What are pulmonary malignancies?

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Cancers of the lung, such as laryngeal cancer and lung cancer.

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