Respiratory system Flashcards
1
Q
what are observable signs for respiratory dysfunction in children?
Accessory____ use
flaring_____
circumoral______
sternal_____
pallor
capillary refil >____ seconds
A
- muscle
- nares/ nostriles
- pallor
- retractions
- 3 seconds
2
Q
what is RSV (respiratory syncytial virus)
A
an acute viral respiratory infection which affects the bronchioles.
Respiratory syncytial virus infection, usually called RSV, is a lot like a bad cold. It causes the same symptoms. And like a cold, it is very common and very contagious. Most children have had it at least once by age 2.
3
Q
How is RSV manifested?
it begins with a simple____
nasal_______
mild____
trouble __
nonproductive paroxysmal____
____ with flaring nostrils and rectractions
possible___
A
- upper respiratory infection
- discharge
- fever
- breathing
- cough
- tachypnea
- wheezing
4
Q
How is asthma different from RSV?
A
asthma= inflammation of the airways resulting in obstruction
