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Functions of respiratory |
Carry air to and from lungs and warm the air. Humidification takes place in the upper airways. Bronchi channel air to and from lungs. Cilia trap and remove foreign particles. |
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Functions continued |
Alveoli contains macrophages that eat inhaled bacteria. Mucus and cilia propel foreign substances out of airway. Cns controls rate and depth of respiration. Chemo receptors in the aorta and carotid bodies send signals to the brainstem |
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Changes in aging |
Decreased elasticity of thorax and respiratory muscles. Decrease in total body wayer, drier mucus membrane. Loss of elastic recoil during exhale. Less respiratory reserve |
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Flows |
1l-24% 2l-28% 3l-32% 4l-36% 5l-40% 6l-44% |
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Used to supplement oxygen |
Inspired room air is 21% oxygen |
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Reminders of a tracheostomy |
It is vitally important for the patient to have a call Bill at hand at all times suctioning is carried out only as needed and need is indicated by Audio below respirations are just being you pharyngeal suctioning is carried out before deflating the cuff |
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Reminders of chest tube |
Measure drainage every 1,2,3,4 or 8 hours. Tape all connections within the system. Report drainage of more than 100ml/hr |
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Documentation |
Data from the respiratory assessment oxygen flow rate and method of delivery amount of time PRN oxygen is used time and location of ABG range of oxygen saturation description of sputum exasperated times patient deep bruise or carbs time and results of respiratory treatment |
