Various Obstructive Conditions

Question 1

Characteristics of Chronic Bronchitis

Answer 1

-COPD
-inflammation of airways
-increased mucous production
-Diagnosed after chronic cough is present for at least 3 months for 2 consecutive years
-Peripheral edema
-Wheezing and Rhonchi
-Elevated Hemoglobin

Question 2

Characteristics of Emphysema

Answer 2

-Progressive alveolar and parenchymal destruction
-Primary cause is smoking
-Older and thin
-Severe Dyspnea
-Quiet Chest(Barrel)
-Hyperinflation and Flattened diaphragm (Xray)

Question 3

Symptoms of Asthma

Answer 3

-Wheezing
-Shortness of breath
-Chest tightness
-coughing
-Widespread narrowing of the airways due to inflammation, smooth muscle constriction and increased secretions

Question 4

What is the most common viral pneumonia in children?

Answer 4

Respiratory synctial virus(RSV)

Question 5

What are the two main symptoms of Brochiectasis?

Answer 5

-abnormal dilation of the bronchi
-excessive sputum

Question 6

What tests are used to diagnose cystic fibrosis?

Answer 6

-Positive sweat electrolyte test

Question 7

What is CF?

Answer 7

-genetically inherited disease characterized by thickening of secretions of all exocrine glands
-can present as an obstructive, restrictive, or mixed
S/S: meconium illeus, respiratory infections, inability to gain weight

Question 8

What is respiratory distress syndrome

Answer 8

Alveolar collapse in a premature infant resulting in lung immaturity