Respiratory Disorder Flashcards
Describe the purpose of bronchodilators.
To reverse bronchospasm.
What are the physical assessment findings for a child with asthma?
Expiratory wheezing, rales. tight cough, and signs of altered blood gases.
What nutritional support should be provided for a child with cystic fibrosis?
Pancreatic enzyme replacement, fat-soluble vitamins, and a moderate-to low-carbohydrate, high-protein, moderate-to high-fat diet.
Why is genetic counseling important for the family of a child with cystic fibrosis?
Because the disease is autosomal recessive in its genetic pattern.
List seven signs of respiratory distress in a pediatric client.
Restlessness, tachycardia, tachypnea, diaphoresis, flaring nostrils, reactions, and grunting.
Describe the care of a child in a mist tent.
Monitor child’s temperature, keep tent edges tucked in, keep clothing dry, assess respiratory status, look at child inside tent.
What position does a child with epiglottis assume?
Upright sitting, with chin out and tongue protruding (“tripod position”)
Why are IV fluids important for a child with an increased respiratory rate?
The child is at risk for dehydration and acid-base imbalance.
Children with chronic otitis media are at risk for developing what problem?
Hearing loss.
What is the most common postoperative complication following a tonsillectomy? Describe the signs and symptoms of this complication.
Hemorrhage; frequent swallowing, vomiting fresh blood, and clearing throat.
