SIlicosis Flashcards
1
Q
What is silicosis?
A
Prolonged inhalation of free silica
2
Q
What is a key symptom of silicosis?
A
“eggshell” calcification- the periphery/outer layer of hilar lymph nodes calcify
3
Q
What are the two kinds of silicosis?
A
Simple, complicated
4
Q
How does simple silicosis present itself?
A
Asymptomatic
5
Q
How does complicated silicosis present itself?
A
Large conglomerate densities of nodules in upper lungs
Pt has dyspnea
6
Q
What would you see in the PFT of a pt with silicosis?
A
Obstructive OR Restrictive pulmonary lung dysfunction
7
Q
Pt’s with silicosis have an increased risk for what?
A
TB- and should have an annual tuberculin skin test (PPD) and a x ray during annual visits.
