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15 Cards in this Set
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Define characteristics of normal breathing
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Rate of 8 to 24 per min
Equal chest rise Good breath sounds Movement in the abdomen Regular pattern |
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Define the characteristics of abnormal breathing
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< 8 BPM
>24 BPM Muscle retractions Cool, damp skin Pale or blue skin Shallow or irregular breathing pattern Pursed lips Nasal flaring |
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What causes lung disorders
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Pulmonary vessels becoming obstructed
Alveoli damaged Air passages obstructed or restricted Blood flow to lungs obstructed Blood or air in the pleural space |
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What is pulmonary edema
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Fluid in the lungs
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How can you tell if there is fluid in the patients lungs
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Lung sounds
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What are the signs of Pulmonary edema
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Patient cannot lie down without difficulty breathing
Swollen ankles Fluid overload |
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Name two common types of COPD
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Emphysema
Bronchitis |
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What are the triggers for asthma
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Allergens
Irritants Respiratory infections Exercise Weather |
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What is Pleural Effusion
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Collection of fluid outside the lungs
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What is a Pulmonary Embolism
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Blood clot in the lung
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What is Hyperventilation syndrome
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Over breathing resulting in a decreased level of Carbon dioxide
Results in anxiety, dizziness, tingling of the hands and feet and dyspnea despite rapid breathing |
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What is the treatment for Dyspnea
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High Flow Oxygen
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When can an MDI be administered to a patient
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If its indicated by signs and symptoms
The 5 rights are observed Permission of Medical control |
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What are the Contraindications of an MDI
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Altered LOC
Violation of 5 rights No permission of MC Max Dosage already reached |
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True or false
An MDI should be room temperature or warmer before it is administered |
True
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