CLO3

Question 1

What does a V/Q show us

Answer 1

Assess ventilation and perfusion in lungs
Used to be to diagnose pulm embolism

Question 2

What peripheral and other non respiratory signs indicate right heart failure ( pulm hypertension)

Answer 2

JVD, putting edema, enlarged liver

Question 3

According to GINA guidelines, what should be considered if the pt with step one asthma has more resident symptoms or they worsen

Answer 3

Inhaled corticosteroids

Question 4

What breath sounds and vocal fremitus indicate pneumonia

Answer 4

Increased vocal fremitus and bronchial breath sounds

Question 5

Signs and symptoms of MG vs GB

Answer 5

MG- ptosis, diplopia and facial weakness
Antibodies
GB-flu, weakness in leg, tachycardia, orthoststic hypertension and urinary retention
Mylien sheath

Question 6

Cheat assessment findings with pneumothorax

Answer 6

Hyper resonance with tracheal shift away from

Question 7

Chest assessment findings and physical findings for post op atelectasis

Answer 7

Fine inspiratory crackles, hypoxemia, with tracheal shift towards site

Question 8

Anatomic alterations with chronic bronchitis

Answer 8

Chronic inflammation, thick AC membrane, high mucus production, mucus plugs, bronchospasm and hyperinflated alveoli

Question 9

Disease management for COPD

Answer 9

Quit smoking, reduce exposure to irritants, physical activity and aerosolized meds and vaccinations

Question 10

What is a good test for pt who have intermittent asthmatic symptoms but have a normal PFT

Answer 10

Bronchial provocation test, and inhaled methacholine, exercise induced bronchoconstriction