Pulmonary: Physical Therapy Examination: Observation Flashcards
1
Q
Peripheral Edema in Gravity Dependent Areas+Jugular Distention Indicative of
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- Heart Failure
2
Q
Cor Pulmonale
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- Right ventricular hypertrophy and Dilation
- Typically before chronic lung disease
3
Q
Body Positions
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Rescue Breath position
- Leaning forward with hands on knee to create a closed kinetic chain for improved respiratory effeciency
4
Q
Digital Cubbing
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- Signs of chronic hypoxemia
- Distal phalanx of fingers and toes becomes bulbous
