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resp muscle disfunction Flashcards

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neuromuscular diseases

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systemic vs isolated to lungs, involvement of respiratory varies. respiratory is major cause of death. course can be relentless, reverse, or relapse

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accessory muscles

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increase VE/WOB, activation indicates diaphragm issue

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bulbar muscles

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maintain potency/stability of upper airway, pharynx and larynx adductors

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neuromuscular failure

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inability to ventilate, aspiration, inability to cough.

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tests for resp

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restrictive. 10% or more decrease in vital capacity, decreased MIP/MEP

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