Chapter 26: Upper Respiratory Problems

Question 1

Allergic Rhinitis

Answer 1

Inflammation of the nasal mucosa, often in response to a specific allergen

Question 2

Decannulation

Answer 2

Removal of the tracheostomy from the trachea

Question 3

Deviated Septum

Answer 3

Deflection of the normally straight septum

Question 4

Epitaxis

Answer 4

Nosebleed

Question 5

Laryngectomy

Answer 5

Removal of part or all of the larynx

Question 6

Laryngitis

Answer 6

Inflammation of the voice box (larynx)

Question 7

Nasal Polyps

Answer 7

Soft, painless, benign growths that form slowly in response to repeated inflammation of the sinus or nasal mucosa

Question 8

Pharyngitis

Answer 8

Acute inflammation of the pharyngeal walls

Question 9

Rhinoplasty

Answer 9

Surgical reconstruction of the nose, normally done to improve airway function or for cosmetic purposes

Question 10

Sinusitis

Answer 10

Occurs when inflammation or swelling of the mucosa blocks the openings in the sinuses through which mucus drains into the nose

Question 11

Surgical Cricothyroidotomy

Answer 11

Procedure that involves making an incision through the skin and cricoid membrane in the anterior surface of the neck.

Question 12

Tracheostomy

Answer 12

Surgically created stoma (opening) in the anterior part of the trachea. May be done to establish a patent airway, bypass upper airway obstruction, facilitates removal of secretions, permit long-mechanical ventilation, and assist with weaning from mechanical ventilation.