Pneumonia Flashcards

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Q

what is pneumonia

A

inflammation of the lung tissue caused by bacteria, mycobacteria, fungi, or viruses
interferes with gas exchange-hypoxemia

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risk factors for pneumonia

A

smoking
chronic lung disease
immunosuppression
prolonged immobility
dysphagia/impaired cough reflex
advanced age
improper cleaning of respiratory equipment
travel
residence in a long-term care facility

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3
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what are the different classifications of pneumonia

A

community-acquired pneumonia
healthcare associated pneumonia
hospital acquired pneumonia
ventilator associated pneumonia
aspiration pneumonia

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4
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s&s of pneumonia

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increased rr
dyspnea/orthopnea
headache
fever
pleuritic chest pain
malaise
cough-purulent sputum
breath sounds: crackles, diminished, wheezing
high wbc

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5
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diagnostics for pneumonia

A

cxr
sputum culture
blood cultures
cbc
ABG

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treatment for pneumonia

A

antibiotics
anti-pyretic
anti-tussive
o2
hydration

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7
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nursing interventions for pneumonia

A

elevate head of bed
promote rest
promote fluid intake
manage nutrition w/ small frequent meals
monitor and manage potential complications

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potential complications for pneumonia

A

hypotension
sepsis shock
respiratory failure
pleural effusion

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prevention of pneumonia

A

pneumococcal conjugate vaccine
pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine
flu shot
hand hygiene
clean respiratory equipment frequently
smoking cessation
rest and healthy diet
hydration

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