RESPIRATORY CHANGES IN AGING Flashcards
Refers to a clot that blocks a branch of a pulmonary artery
Pulmonary embolism
Transmission of tuberculosis
Airborne
The airways are made of
Stretchy tissue
The lungs have two main function
To get oxygen from the air into the body
To remove carbon dioxide from the body
Blood circulates around these air sacs through
Tiny blood vessels
Bones become thinner and change shape.
This can change the shape of your rib cage. As a result rib cage
Cannot expand and contract as well as during breathing
What is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
A group of disease characterized by chronic airflow obstructions in the lungs. Not curable disease. People who suffer from copd have trouble breathing, wheezing and coughing.
Potassium is
Vital to lung function
Signs and symptoms of copd
Shortness of breath
Wheezing
Chest tightness
Chronic cough
Frequent respiratory infections
Lack of energy
Unintended weight loss
Swelling in ankles feet or legs
Muscles that supports breathing
Diaphragm
What are high protein and high-quality foods for copd
Grass fed meat
Pastured poultry
Eggs and fish
What are a food that contains potassium for copd
Dark leafy vegetables tomatoes potatoes banana
Foods to avoid for copd
Salty foods (vegetables fruits) peaches, melons, apple, legume, cabbage, cauliflower, butter, cheese ,ice cream ,chocolate, coffee, tea, and soft drinks
What is emphysema
Is one of the disease which causes copd and characterized by accumulation of excessive air in the lungs as they lose their ability to ventilate properly
Inflammation of the lower airways of the long which the alveoli become filled.
Pneumonia
Also known as pink puffer
Emphysema
Also known as blue bloater
Chronic bronchitis
What is chronic bronchitis
Inflammation of the bronchial tree caused by long-term exposure to environmental irritants or bacterial infections
What are the signs and symptoms of pneumonia
Chest pain
Dehydration and confusion
Cough
Fatigue
Fever, sweating and shaking chills
Lower than normal body temperature
What are those diagnostic tests for pneumonia
Chest x-ray
Sputum culture and sensitivity
Blood culture
ABG analysis
What is ABG analysis
Measures the levels of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the aerial blood
Tuberculosis
Caused by the bacterium called mycobacterium tuberculosis. Due to the weak immune system of the elderly the bacteria is able to reinfections of the lungs.
Sleep apnea
Episodes of stop breathing during sleep
As a result of these changes older people are at increase risk for:
Lung infections, such as pneumonia and bronchitis
Shortness of breath
Low oxygen level
Abnormal breathing patterns resulting in problem such as sleep apnea
Tips for healthy respiratory system
Do not smoke
Avoid harmful environmental factors such as smoke, dust and chemicals
Exercise
Wash your hands regularly to prevent infections
Eat healthy vitamin rich diet
Drink plenty of water
Practice good hygiene
Vaccines for sport or infections such as influenza and pneumococcal pneumonia
