Bronchitis Flashcards
(15 cards)
What are the definition of bronchitis?
inflammation of the air passages within
the lungs.
State the two types of bronchitis
Acute & chronic bronchitis
Duration for acute bronchitis
less than 6 weeks
Duration for chronic bronchitis
Reoccurring frequently for
more than two years
State the causes/risk factors of chronic bronchitis.
- Influenza A and B.
- Mycoplasma pneumoniae.
- Inhalation of irritating fumes or dust, chemical solvents & smoke including tobacco smoke.
state the treatment for acute bronchitis
- drink plenty of water/fluids
- get plenty of rest
- avoid smoking
- inhaled bronchodilator medication
define chronic bronchitis
a chronic, progressive condition
characterized by hyperactivity of the mucus-secreting glands.
state etiology/risk factor for chronic bronchitis
- Heavy, long-term cigarette smoking
- Asthma
- Inhalation of irritating chemicals (e.g.
tobacco) - Environmental/air pollutants (dust,
industrial fumes, smoke) - Recurrent respiratory infections
- Familial tendency
Clinical manifestations for bronchitis
- Productive cough (grey, white or blood-tinged)
- Exertional dyspnea
- Use of accessory respiratory muscles
- Tachypnea
- Wheezing
- Weight loss
- Fatigue
- Anxiety
- Cyanosis
state Complications for bronchitis.
respiratory failure, chest infection and death
state diagnostic tests/investigations for bronchitis
-chest x-ray
-Pulmonary function tests
-Sputum analysis (C&S)
treatment for bronchitis
- bronchodilator
- Acetaminophen
- Increasing a lot of water intake, enough rest
- Guaifenesin
- Antibiotics
what does bronchodilators do to bronchitis patient?
open airway &
decrease wheezing
what does Acetaminophen do to bronchitis patients?
help with fever & muscle aches
what does Guaifenesin do to bronchitis patients?
help loosen up secretion
