Respiratory Conditions Flashcards
Cyanosis Chest pain Coughing Fatigue Increased HR/BP SOB
Pneumothorax
Pneumothorax management
MET call Oxygen therapy Obs Aspiration Chest drain management
Haemothorax
Blood in the plural space
Pneumothorax
Air in the plural space
Chest pain Clammy, pale skin Tachycardia Dyspnoea Restlessness Dullness to percussion Subcutaneous emphysema
Haemothorax
Haemothorax management
MET call Chest drain Obs Maintain semi fowlers position Pain management Reassurance Preparation for thoracentesis Ensure pre and post procedural monitoring Consider mechanical ventilation
Pneumonia
Acute respiratory infection in the lungs. Alveoli filled with pus and fluid
Cough (green, yellow or bloody mucous) Fever, sweating, chills SOB rapid or shallow breathing Chest pain (worse on inspiration) Loss of apetitite, fatigue or energy
Pneumonia
Pneumonia management
Antibiotics Deep breathing exercises Pain management Semi fowlers position BIPAP/CPAP if required
Acute pulmonary oedema
Excessive fluid in the alveolar space
Cough
Chest pain
Frothy, blood tinged sputum
SOB at rest
APO
APO management
MET call
Oxygen therapy
Pain management
GTN
CPAP
Continuous positive airway pressure
Aids in oxygenation only
1 continuous pressure setting
BIPAP
Bi-level positive airway pressure
Aids in ventilation and oxygenation
2 pressure settings (IPAP- inspiratory & EPAP- expiratory)
Difference between ventilation and oxygenation
Ventilation- removal of CO2
Oxygenation- intake of oxygen
Tracheostomy
Surgical procedure that involves making a cut in the trachea and inserting a tube
Indications for tracheostomy
Acute respiratory failure and need for prolonged
Traumatic/catastrophic neurological insult requiring air
Mechanical ventilation
Management of tracheostomy (8)
Explain procedure and consent Positioning Suctioning Stoma maintained Maintain cuff Clean and replace inner cannula Humidification Ensure tube is not blocked or kinked
Conditions that require BIPAP (6)
COPD Sleep apnea Pneumonia Asthma Trouble breathing post operation Neurological diseases that disturb breathing
Conditions that require CPAP
Obstructive sleep apnea
Used for patients who are able to maintain airway
Can be used to treat fluid overload (APO)
Management of NIV
- Regular changes to prevent pressure injuries
- Vitals
- Airway pressure is as prescribed
- Oral care
- Correct positioning
