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oxygenation (exam2)
Chronic Bronchitis Assessment
- Clinical Findings
- Chronic Productive Cough
- > 3 Months for 2 Years
- Increased Mucus Production
- Dyspnea
- Cyanosis
- Wheezes
- Complications
- Right Side Heart Failure
- Jugular Venous Distention (JVD)
- Peripheral Edema
2 mins
Chronic Bronchitis Interventions
- Tripod Position
- Humidified Oxygen
- Pursed Lip Breathing
- Increase Fluid Intake
- ABGs
- Early Detection of Exacerbation
- Considerations
- Lowest O2 Therapy
- Assisted Ventilation
- Increased Infection Risk
2 mins
Emphysema
- Mechanism
- Hyperinflation and Loss of Elasticity
- Assessment
- Pursed Lip Breathing
- Barrel Chest
- Dyspnea on Exertion
- Clubbing
- Depression and Anxiety
- Thin Appearance
- Nursing Considerations
- CO2 Retention
- Low Concentration of O2
- High Fowler's Position
- High Calorie, High Protein Diet
2 mins
COPD Overview (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Overview)
- Causes
- Inhaled Toxins
- Smoking
- AAT Deficiency
- Assessment
- Emphysema
- Chronic Bronchitis
- Asthma
- Considerations
- Spirometry
- Slow Progression
2 mins
Asthma Assessment
- 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
2 mins
Asthma Implementation and Education
- Medication
- Oxygen
- Corticosteroids
- Ipratropium (Anticholinergic)
- Albuterol
- Implementation
- Inhaler/nebulizer
- Pulse Oximetry
- Pursed Lip Breathing
- Education
- Carry Inhaler
- Rinse Mouth after Inhaler
- Identify Trigger (Cold Air, Dander, Dust, Infection, Mold, Pollen, Smoke)
2 mins
Cystic Fibrosis Assessment
- Thickened Mucus
- Recurrent Pulmonary Infections
- Pulmonary Congestion
- Pancreatic Insufficiency
- Steatorrhea
- Fat-Soluble Vitamin Deficiencies
- Salty Taste to Skin
- Meconium Ileus
- Delayed Growth and Poor Weight Gain
2 mins
Cystic Fibrosis Interventions
- Bronchodilators
- N-Acetylcysteine (Mucolytics)
- Inhaled Hypertonic Saline
- Early Antibiotics
- Dornase Alfa (Mucolytic Agent)
- Postural Drainage with Percussion
- Fat Soluble Vitamin Supplements
- Pancreatic Enzymes with Every Meal
- High Protein, High Calorie Diet
- Added Dietary Salt
- Glucose Monitoring
2 mins
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) Assessment
- Cause
- Damaged Alveolar-Capillary Membrane
- Assessment
- Restlessness
- Dyspnea
- Refractory Hypoxemia
- Decreased PaO2
- Diffuse Pulmonary Infiltrates
- Atelectasis
- Pulmonary Hypertension
2 mins
Neonatal Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Cause/Mechanism
- Fetal Lung Immaturity
- Lack of Surfactant
- Assessment
- Respiratory Distress
- Nasal Flaring
- Retractions
- Grunting
- Interventions
- Surfactant
- Oxygen
- Mechanical Ventilation
- Considerations
- Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)
2 mins
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) Interventions
- Interventions
- Closely Monitor Patient
- ABG's (Arterial Blood Gases)
- Oxygen
- Assess for O2 Toxicity
- Mechanical Ventilation
- PEEP
- Assess for Pneumothorax
- Permissive Hypercapnia
- Considerations
- High Mortality Rate
2 mins
Stages of Asthma Treatments
- Mild Intermittent
- Short-acting Inhaled Beta-Agonist
- Mild Persistent
- Low-Dose Inhaled Corticosteroid
- Montelukast (Leukotriene Receptor Antagonist)
- Moderate Persistent
- Low to Medium-dose Inhaled Corticosteroid
- Zileuton
- Severe Persistent
- High-Dose Inhaled Corticosteroid
- Systemic Corticosteroids
- Omalizumab (Allergies)
2 mins
Albuterol (Proventil)
- Mechanism
- Short-Acting Beta-2 Agonist
- Indications
- Bronchospasm
- Asthma
- Side Effects
- Angina
- Tachycardia
- Tremor
1 min
Beta-2 Agonists
- Short-Term Treatment
- Terbutaline
- Asthma
- Tocolysis
- Albuterol
- Asthma
- Long-Term Treatment
- Salmeterol
- Asthma
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
3 mins
Montelukast (Singulair)
- Mechanism
- Leukotriene Receptor Blocker
- Indications
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Asthma Prophylaxis
- Exercise Induced Bronchospasm
- Side Effects
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Mood Changes
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Considerations
- Increased Risk of Churg Strauss
2 mins
Cromolyn (Mast Cell Stabilizers)
- Mechanism
- Mast Cell Stabilizer
- Indications
- Asthma Prophylaxis
- Bronchial Inflammation
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Side Effects
- Cough
- Bronchospasm
- Consideration
- Fixed Schedule Administration
2 mins
Oxycodone
- Mechanism of Action
- Opioid Receptor Agonist
- Indication
- Refractory Pain
- Side Effects
- Respiratory Depression
- Constipation
- CNS Depression
- Considerations
- Addiction
- Naloxone
2 mins
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Assessment
- Mechanism
- Viral Infection Affecting Epithelial Cells
- Signs and Symptoms
- Begins After a Upper Respiratory Infection
- Copious Secretions
- Coughing and Sneezing
- Wheezing
- Otitis Media or Conjunctivitis (Possible Ear or Eye Drainage)
- Poor Feeding
- Tachypnea
2 mins
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Interventions
- Prophylaxis
- Palivizumab (Synagis)
- Management
- Hospitalization
- Contact Precautions
- Oxygen
- Separate Room
- Maintain Fluid Intake
- Short-acting Beta-Agonist Bronchodilator
2 mins
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