Restrictive vs. Obstructive Lung Diseases
- Restrictive Lung Disease
- Decreased Lung Volume
- FEV1/FVC Ratio Normal to Increased
- Obstructive Lung Disease
- Increased Lung Volume
- Decreased FEV1/FVC Ratio
Emphysema
- Hyperinflation and Loss of Elasticity
- Pursed Lip Breathing
- Barrel Chest
- Dyspnea on Exertion
- Clubbing
- Depression and Anxiety
- Thin Appearance
- CO2 Retention
- Low Concentration of O2
- High Fowler's Position
- High Calorie, High Protein Diet
COPD Overview (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Overview)
- Inhaled Toxins
- Smoking
- AAT Deficiency
- Emphysema
- Chronic Bronchitis
- Asthma
- Spirometry
- Slow Progression
Asthma Assessment
- Triggers (Cold air, Dander, Dust, Infection, Mold, Pollen, Smoke)
- Shortness of Breath (SOB)
- Tachypnea and Tachycardia
- Wheezing
- Diaphoresis
- Accessory Muscles
- Decreased Pulmonary Function Tests
Stages of Asthma Treatments
- Short-acting Inhaled Beta-Agonist
- Low-Dose Inhaled Corticosteroid
- Montelukast (Leukotriene Receptor Antagonist)
- Cromolyn (Mast Cell Stabilizers)
- Theophylline
- Long-acting Inhaled Beta-Agonist
- Zileuton
- Low-Medium Dose Inhaled Corticosteroid
- High-Dose Inhaled Corticosteroid
- Omalizumab (Allergies)
- Systemic Corticosteroids
Albuterol (Proventil)
- Short-Acting Beta-2 Agonist
- Bronchospasm
- Asthma
- Angina
- Tachycardia
- Tremor
Epinephrine (Adrenaline)
- Alpha and Beta Agonist
- Anaphylaxis
- Primary Open Angle Glaucoma (POAG)
- Bleeding
- Cardiac Arrest
- Tachycardia
- Hypertension
- Tremors
- Insomnia
- Multiple Strengths
Terbutaline (Brethine)
- Beta-2 Agonists
- Asthma
- Tocolytic
- Hypotension
- Tremor
- Tachycardia
- Pulmonary Edema
- Hyperglycemia
Theophylline (Theo-24)
- Bronchial Smooth Muscle Relaxation
- Asthma
- Insomnia
- Restlessness
- Arrhythmias
- Seizures
- Narrow Therapeutic Range
- Monitor Plasma Levels
Montelukast (Singulair)
- Leukotriene Receptor Blocker
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Asthma Prophylaxis
- Exercise Induced Bronchospasm
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Mood Changes
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Increased Risk of Churg Strauss
Prednisone (Glucocorticoids)
- Glucocorticoid
- Inflammatory Conditions
- Organ Transplant Rejection
- Cataracts and Glaucoma
- Cushing's Syndrome
- Osteoporosis
- Immunosuppression
- Hyperglycemia
- Ulcers
- Adrenal Insufficiency
- Taper Gradually
Cromolyn (Mast Cell Stabilizers)
- Mast Cell Stabilizer
- Asthma Prophylaxis
- Bronchial Inflammation
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Cough
- Bronchospasm
- Fixed Schedule Administration