Week 1 - Introduction to Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy Flashcards
1
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What are the 3 responsibilities of a CP physio?
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- Respiratory care (prevention, maintenance, treatment)
- Exercise capacity (assessment, maintenance, restore/optimise)
- Effects of bed rest
2
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What is pulmonary ventilation?
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Air into and out of the alveoli
3
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What is gas exchange 1?
A
Gas from alveoli to capillary for transportation
4
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What does the system transport?
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Haemoglobin, cardiac output
5
Q
What is gas exchange 2?
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Exchange of gas between capillary and tissue
Getting O2 depleted blood back into capillaries
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