week 8 quiz Flashcards
1
Q
What is COPD?
A
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder
2
Q
Are pulmonary edema and CHF the same?
A
No. You can have pulmonary edema with out CHF.
3
Q
What signs and symptoms would you have if you had a patient experiencing COPD exacerbation?
A
Wheezing, Diminished breath sounds, Retractions, Tripoding, Dispnea.
4
Q
What are my treatment options for CHF?
A
CPAP, Lasix, Enailapril.
5
Q
What is pulmonary edema?
A
fluid in the lungs
