T1-Respiratory Study Guide

Question 1

What is pleural effusion

Answer 1

buildup of excess fluid between the pleural layers in the chest cavity

Question 2

what are three causes of pleural effusion

Answer 2

-infection (pneumonia)
-heart failure
-pulmonary embolism

Question 3

what are s/s of deterioration in respiratory status (12)

Answer 3

-Dyspnea
-Orthopnea
-Tripod stance
-hypotension
-cyanosis
-pallor
-SOB
-confusion
-irregular respirations
-wheezing
-nose flaring
-extreme fatigue

Question 4

Reason for chest tube placement (3)

Answer 4

-Pleural effusion
-pneumothorax
-surgery/trauma to chest

Question 5

What position should the chest tube drainage apparatus be in relation to the patient, why?

Answer 5

-chest tube drainage system should always be lower than the patient’s chest to prevent back flow of liquid and minimize risk of infection

Question 6

what determines the amount of suction delivered by the chest tube apparatus?

Answer 6

the height of water in the suction control chamber determines the amount of suction delivered by the chest tube by negative pressure

Question 7

what effect does pain have on breathing patterns

Answer 7

patients will not be able to take full breaths in due to pain, likely decreasing oxygenation and tissue perfusion

Question 8

what symptoms are associated with community acquired pneumonia (8)

Answer 8

-shortness of breath
-cough
-heavy sputum
-fever
-chills
-chest pain
-N/V
-diarrhea

Question 9

What is C & S?

Answer 9

-Culture and sensitivity is a type of test that identifies the microorganism present in a clinical sample and determines which antibiotic the microorganism is most susceptible to

Question 10

Why is C&S important?

Answer 10

-Allows for timely and effective treatment of infections and decreases the risk of bacteria resistance in patients receiving antibiotic therapy