Respiratory Disorders: Hallmarks

Question 1

List the Obstructive pulmonary disorders and what does that mean

Answer 1

Obstructive disorders mean we can get air in but can’t get it out: Asthma, Acute Bronchitis, Chronic Bronchitis (Type B COPD), Emphysema (Type A COPD), Bronchiectasis, and Cystic Fibrosis

Question 2

List the restrictive pulmonary disorders and what does that mean

Answer 2

Restrictive disorders mean we can’t get air in as opposed to getting it out: Interstitial lung disease, and ARDS

Question 3

What differentiates asthma from other obstructive disorders

Answer 3

Airway obstruction will be episodic, with wheezing sounds and a feeling of tightness in the chest especially at night.

Question 4

What differentiates Type B COPD (chronic bronchitis) from other obstructive disorders

Answer 4

The biggest hallmark is an obstruction of airflow caused by mucous. Blue bloaters, increased mucous and a chronic cough also give hints.

Question 5

What differentiates Type A COPD (emphysema) from other obstructive disorders

Answer 5

Pink puffers, Pursed-lip breathing, leaning forward to breathe, use of accessory muscles to breath, minimal or no cough at all (because inflammation is in the alveoli not in the bronchi)

Question 6

What differentiates Bronchiectasis from other obstructive disorders

Answer 6

Dilation of bronchi leading to misshapen bronchi is unique, as well as copious green or yellow foul smelling sputum.

Question 7

What differentiates cystic fibrosis from other obstructive disorders

Answer 7

Hyperthick mucous secretions that plug up ducts and lead to a lack of pancreatic enzyme release. Patients have trouble breaking down food and lose a tremendous amount of weight.