Atelectasis Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
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what is atelectasis
A
-closure or collapse of alveoli
2
Q
s/s of atelectasis
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-insidious, increasing dyspnea, cough, sputum production
3
Q
s/s of chronic atelectasis
A
-same as acute but with possible pulmonary infection
4
Q
role of alveoli
A
ventilation and oxygenation
5
Q
diagnosis of atelectasis
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- increased work of breathing and heart
- decreased breath sounds and crackles over affected area
- chest x ray
- pulse oximetry
6
Q
interventions for atelectasis
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-ICOUGH
7
Q
management of atelectasis
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- CPT
- Endotracheal intubation and mechanical ventilation
- thoracentesis to relieve compression
8
Q
s/s of acute atelectasis
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-tachycardia, tachypnea, pleural pain, central cyanosis (late sign)
