Restrictive Respiratory Disorders

Question 0

Classification of pleural effusion

Answer 0

Transudate or exudative according to whether the protein content of the effusion is low or high

Question 1

Pleural effusion

Answer 1

Collection of fluid in the plural space; not a disease but rather an indication of another disease

Question 2

Transudative effusion

Answer 2

Occurs primarily in non-inflammatory conditions and is an accumulation of protein poor, cell poor fluid

Question 3

Exudative effusion

Answer 3

An accumulation of fluid and cells in an area of inflammation

Question 4

Empyema

Answer 4

Pleural effusion that contains pus

Question 5

How to tell what type of pleural effusion

Answer 5

Determined by a sample of plural fluid obtained via thoracentesis

Question 6

Main goal of management and pleural effusions

Answer 6

To treat underlying cause

Question 7

Pleurisy

Answer 7

Inflammation of the pleura; most common causes are pneumonia, TB, chest trauma, pulmonary infarction, and neoplasms; treatment is aimed at treating the underlying disease and providing pain relief

Question 8

Atelectasis

Answer 8

Condition of the lungs characterized by collapsed, airless alveoli; most common cause id airway obstruction that results from retained exudates and secretions- this is frequently observed in the postoperative patient