Test 2 Flashcards
CASE STUDY ANSWERS
- right lower lobe
- bacterial infection
- pneumonia
- pneumonia
- broad spectrum culture
Where does fungal get inhaled?
upper lobes
What do you see on fungal x-rays?
- cavity formation
- pleural effusion
where will TB NOT be?
lower lobes
how do you prevent VAP?
gentle suctioning, closed suction system
What is the treatment for Pneumocytis carinii?
Pentamidine
What is a common cause of a lung abscess?
aspiration pneumonia
What early stage lung abscess can you see?
pneumonia
When does VAP happen?
48-72 hours after intubation
is streptococcus gram negative or positive?
gram positive
What are nosocomial infections?
Infections from health care workers
what is important when determining pneumonia?
HISTORY
is staphylococcus gram negative or positive?
POSITIVE
what can streptococcus and staphylococcus be treated with?
Penicillin
What are the risks of aspiration pneumonia?
- alcohol abuse
- anesthesia
- head trauma
What would you see on a lung abscess x-ray?
air filled cavity
What is 1 way a lung abscess happens?
Penetrating chest wounds
What are 2 ways a RT can help prevent VAP?
Gentle suctioning
HOB up 30-45 degrees
How do you confirm pneumonia diagnosis?
X-ray
What is the diagnosis if the patient is unconscious, no cough, bad breath?
Aspiration pneumonia
What is the most common CAP
Strep
What does a lung abscess often present as?
Pneumonia
MOST common fungal infection
Histoplasmosis
What is the most common antibiotic for fungal infections
Fungizone (Ami B)
