Week 1 Session 1 - PPT: Medical Issues Flashcards
Define Dyspnea
Describes a condition where a person is
short of breath or having difficulty breathing (feeling
out of breath, labored breathing, air hunger)
What is the Dyspnea Index?
One measure of shortness of breath
for determining exertion levels
How is the Dyspnea Index test conducted?
Take a deep breath in and count to 15.
Match the Dyspnea Index with the correct description.
Level 0 _____
Level 1 _____
Level 2 _____
Level 3 _____
Level 4 _____
A. No shortness of breath; can count to 15 (takes about 8 seconds) without taking a breath in the sequence.
B. Mild shortness of breath; can count to 15 but must take one short breath in the
sequence.
C. Moderate shortness of breath; need to take 2 breaths to count to 15 in the sequence.
D. Definite shortness of breath; must take three breaths in the sequence of counting to 15. Reduce the level of intensity and use breathing control techniques.
E. Severe shortness of breath; unable to count or speak. Stop the activity immediately!
Level 0 = A
No shortness of breath; can count to 15 (takes about 8 seconds) without taking a breath in the sequence.
Level 1 = B
Mild shortness of breath; can count to 15 but must take one short breath in the
sequence.
Level 2 = C
Moderate shortness of breath; need to take 2 breaths to count to 15 in the sequence.
Level 3 = D
Definite shortness of breath; must take three breaths in the sequence of counting to 15. Reduce the level of intensity and use breathing control techniques.
Level 4 = E
Severe shortness of breath; unable to count or speak. Stop the activity immediately!
What is considered the norm for blood pressure?
A. 120/60 mm HG
B. 140/80 mm HG
C. 120/80 mm HG
D. 100/60 mm HG
C. 120/80 mm HG
What range of blood pressure is considered hypertension?
140/90 mm HG or higher
What range of blood pressure is considered prehypertension?
120-139/80-89 mm HG
Blood pressure norms for children vary based on gender, age, and height.
True
False
True
What is orthostatic hypotension and what are some symptoms?
Also called postural hypotension — is a form of low blood pressure that happens when standing after sitting or lying down. Orthostatic hypotension can cause dizziness or lightheadedness and possibly fainting.
What is considered the norm for heart rate for adults?
A. 80 - 120 BPM
B. 70 - 110 BPM
C. 60 - 105 BPM
D. 60 - 100 BPM
D. 60 - 100 BPM
What is tachycardia and what is the range for an adult to be considered to have tachycardia?
An increased heart rate for any reason. If a fast heart rate is caused by exercise or stress, it’s called sinus tachycardia. Sinus tachycardia is a symptom, not a condition.
A heart rate greater that 100 BPM is considered tachycardia.
What is bradycardia and what is the range for an adult to be considered to have bradycardia?
A slower than normal heart rate. A heart rate less than 60 BPM is considered to have bradycardia.
What is the normal range for oxygen saturation for PaO2?
Between 75 - 100 mm HG at sea level.
What is deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and where is it most common?
A blood clot that forms in the vein deep in the body.
It is most common in the leg and pelvis, and less common in the UE.
Why is DVT dangerous?
Because it the blood clot can break off and travel to the lungs and cause a pulmonary embolism (PE).
What are symptoms to DVT?
Redness
Swelling
Pain
Tenderness
*If in the leg, usually behind the knee or calf.
*Some people have no symptoms.
