Respiratory System Flashcards
The nose, mouth, pharynx, larynx and trachea are part of the _____ respiratory system
Upper
Function of the upper respiratory system
Warm, humidify, and filter air we breathe
The bronchi, bronchioles, alveolar ducts, and alveoli are part of the _____ respiratory system
Lower
Function of the lower respiratory system
Gas exchange
The functional units for gas exchange
Alveoli
The flow of air in and out of the alveoli
Ventilation
The exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the alveoli and red blood cells in the bloodstream
Diffusion
The exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the red blood cells and the body’s tissues
Perfusion
Structure that surrounds and cushions the lungs
Pleura
Normal pH
7.35-7.45
Normal PaCO2
35-45
Normal HCO3
22-26
Normal PaO2
80-100
Normal SaO2
95-100%
Insertion of a tube into a patient’s airway that allows for visualization of the airway and collection of specimen
Bronchoscopy
Pre-procedure nursing care for bronchoscopy
NPO (ranges between 4-8 hours)
Post-procedure nursing care for bronchoscopy
Assess for return of gag reflex before providing anything to eat or drink
T or F: the nurse should educate the patient that a sore, dry throat and blood tinged mucus is expected following a bronchoscopy
True
The nurse should monitor the patient for complications such as _________ following a bronchoscopy
Pneumothorax
The insertion of a needle into the patient’s posterior chest to remove fluid or air from the pleural space
Thoracentesis
Pre-procedure nursing care for thoracentesis
Have patient sit upright with arms supported on bedside table or pillows
Nursing care during thoracentesis
Advise patient to remain perfectly still (do NOT talk, move, or cough)
Post-thoracentesis, the nurse should monitor the patient for complications such as
Pneumothorax, bleeding, hypotension
T or F: an SpO2 of 90% is an expected finding in a patient with COPD
True