Chronic Bronchitis Flashcards
1
Q
Ciliary Function
A
Reduced
2
Q
Bronchial Walls
A
Thicken and airways narrow
3
Q
Alveoli
A
Become damaged, fibrosed, and alveolar macrophage function diminishes
4
Q
What is a patient more susceptible to?
A
Respiratory infections
5
Q
Signs and Symptoms
A
-Cough and sputum production for at least 3 months in each of 2 consecutive years
-Cyanosis
-Edema
-Crackles, wheezing
-Prolonged expiration
-Often obese
