Pulmonary System

Question 1

Describe a A. Tracheobronchial pain pattern, B. Pleural, C. Diaphragmatic pleura

Answer 1

A. Trachiobronchial: Neck & anterior chest
B. Pleural: More Constant chest
C. Diaphragmatic Pleura: Costal Pain, sharp pain to traps and shoulder.

Question 2

What are 5 Pulmonary RED FLAGS that will need immediate referral?

Answer 2

1. Rapid drop in BP with weak rapid pulse
2. Confusion with decreased ventilation
3. Fainting/Unconsciousness
4. Diaphoresis with other respiratory symptoms.
5. Hyperventilation without pain or anxiety (uncontrollable).

Question 3

Name 4 signs/symptoms of ACUTE respiratory problems

Answer 3

1. Cough
2. Wheezing
3. Fever
4. Chest pain with inspiration

Question 4

Name 4 signs/symptoms of CHRONIC respiratory problems

Answer 4

1. Cough
2. Dyspnea
3. Fatigue
4. Weight Loss

Question 5

Is respiratory acidosis a sign of too little or too much CO2? Respiratory alkalosis?

Answer 5

Acidosis = too much CO2

Alkalosis (hyperventilation) = too little CO2

Question 6

COPD is associated with what 3 diseases?

Answer 6

1. Bronchitis (acute or chronic)
2. Broncietasis (damage to lung)
3. Emphysema

Question 7

What are 4 risk factors for tuberculosis?

Answer 7

1. Weak immune system
2. Foreign Travel
3. AIDS
4. DM

Question 8

What is Cor pulmonale? Pneumothorax?

Answer 8

Cor pulmonale: R ventrical hypertophy leading to pulmonary hypertension.
Pneumothorax: lung collapse

Question 9

What are the normal lab values for pH and pCO2?

Answer 9

pH: 7.35 - 7.45
pCO2: 35 - 45 mmHg

Question 10

What are some medical tests one can do for pulmonary problems?

Answer 10

Spirometry, MRI, X-ray, CT, Auscultation

Question 11

What are some symptoms of pneumonia?

Answer 11

fever, chills & sweats, chest pain, cough, sputum