Recognising deterioration Flashcards
1
Q
What Should be inspected during respiratory deterioration? (Inspect)
A
- Count respiratory Rate (high or low rate indicate deterioration) High means body is compensating
- Use of Assesory Muscles
- Nasal flaring
- Rate, Rhythm, Depth
2
Q
What do you palpate for in RD?
A
Temperature and any tenderness
3
Q
What should you Auscaltate for in RD?
A
Crackles - a sign of infection as fluid
Wheeze - bronchoconstriction
Stridor - obstructions
4
Q
What is the difference between a restrictive and obstructive lung disease?
A
Obstructive - cannot get air out
Restrictive - cannot get air in
5
Q
What are some examples of restrictive lung diseases?
A
Pleural effusion
ARDS
Pulmonary fibrosis
6
Q
Examples of obstructive lung diseases?
A
Asthma
COPD
Emphysema
Cystic Fibrosis
