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Exam V Patho
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
Albuterol (Proventil)
- Mechanism
- Short-Acting Beta-2 Agonist
- Indications
- Bronchospasm
- Asthma
- Side Effects
- Angina
- Tachycardia
- Tremor
1 min
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
Theophylline (Theo-24)
- Mechanism
- Bronchial Smooth Muscle Relaxation
- Indications
- Asthma
- Side Effects
- Insomnia
- Restlessness
- Arrhythmias
- Seizures
- Considerations
- Narrow Therapeutic Range
- Monitor Plasma Levels
1 min
Atropine
- Mechanism of Action
- Muscarinic Antagonist
- Indications
- Bradycardia
- Increased Exocrine Secretions
- Smooth Muscle Spasms
- Side Effects
- Tachycardia
- Dry Mouth
- Urinary Retention
2 mins
Succinylcholine
- Indications
- Inducing Paralysis
- Mechanism of Action
- Neuromuscular Blocking Drugs
- Motor Nicotinic Receptor
- ACh Receptor Agonist
- Depolarization
- Phases of Action
- Phase I (Paralysis Non-reversible)
- Phase II (Paralysis Reversible)
- Neostigmine (Reversal Agent)
2 mins
Lung Sounds - Crackles
- Location
- Lower Lobes
- Description
- Fine/Coarse
- Sounds Like
- Fine: Twisting Hair through Fingers
- Coarse: Velcro
- Cause
- Collapsed Small Airways and Alveoli "Popping Open"
1 min
Lung Sounds - Wheezes
- Location
- Throughout Lung
- Description
- High Pitched
- Sounds Like
- Musical
- Cause
- Air Moving through Narrowed Airways
38 secs
Lung Sounds - Rhonchi
- Location
- Trachea and Bronchi
- Description
- Low Pitched Rumbling
- Sounds Like
- Gurgling
- Cause
- Narrowed Airway
- Secretions or Bronchospasm
49 secs
Lung Sounds - Pleural Friction Rub
- Location
- Anterior Lateral Lung
- Description
- Dry, Rubbing, or Squeaking
- Sounds Like
- Rubbing a Balloon with Finger
- Cause
- Inflamed Pleura
50 secs
Hypoxia (Early Symptoms)
- Diaphoresis
- Restlessness
- Tachypnea
- Dyspnea on Exertion
- Tachycardia
- Hypertension
- Arrhythmias
- Decreased Urine Output
- Unexplained Fatigue
1 min
Hypoxia (Late Symptoms)
- Cyanosis
- Cool, Clammy Skin
- Use of Accessory Muscles
- Retractions
- Hypotension
- Arrhythmias
2 mins
Erythropoietin
- Mechanism
- Stimulates RBC Production
- Indications
- Chronic Renal Failure
- Anemia
- Side Effects
- Increased Risk of Thrombosis
- Pelvic and Limb Pain
- Hypertension
- Considerations
- Do Not Shake
- Monitor Hemoglobin (Hgb) Weekly
- May Accelerate Tumor Progression
2 mins
Pneumonia Assessment
- Risk Factors
- Older Adult
- Immunocompromised
- Long Term Care
- Assessment
- Shortness of Breath (SOB)
- Hypoxemia
- Cough and Sputum Production
- Wheezing or Crackles
- Fever
- Pleuritic Pain
- Diagnosis
- Chest X-ray
2 mins
Pneumonia Intervention
- Interventions
- Humidified Oxygen
- Deep Breathing Exercises
- Position of Comfort
- Increase Fluid Intake
- Manage Fever
- Medications
- Antibiotics
- Mucolytics
- Expectorants
- Considerations
- Pneumococcal Vaccine
- Sepsis
- Acute Respiratory Failure (ARF)
- Prevention Education
2 mins
Respiratory Anatomy
- Characteristics
- Nasal Cavity
- Hair Filters
- Mucus Filters and Moistens
- Capillaries Warm
- Pharynx (Throat)
- Larynx (Voice Box)
- Cilia Expel Mucus and Dust
- Trachea
- Bronchi
- Alveoli
2 mins
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
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
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