Small Group: Pathophysiology Cases 8 - 14 Flashcards
What is bronchiectasis?
A condition in which damage to the proximal airways causes them to widen and become flabby and scarred
What will bronchiectasis look like on x-ray?
A thickening of the airways–the “railroad track” sign
Those with cystic fibrosis are given ___________ to break down neutrophil extracellular traps.
DNAse
Pulmonary rehab does not improve _________.
survival, only quality of life
The characteristic physical exam finding in those with pulmonary hypertension is __________.
loud P2
Radiographs of those with cystic fibrosis can show ____________.
hyperinflation, pneumonia, mucus impaction, and bronchiectasis
What are flutter valves? What kind of patients use them?
Valves that cause the air column in the bronchial tree to vibrate, thus shaking off mucus. Cystic fibrosis patients use them.
_______ can cause bronchiectasis.
Cystic fibrosis
COPD treatment includes the following: ____________.
oxygen, alpha-1-antitrypsin enzyme replacement, and lung transplant
DLCOs are usually adjusted for ___________.
hemoglobin, so anemia is not a potential confounding factor