COPD - Chest Infection Flashcards
1
Q
Causes of chest infection in COPD
A
Bronchitis or pneumonia most common
2
Q
Symptoms of chest infection
A
Lung sounds Spike temp Increased sputum or colour change Hypoxia Breathlessness Increased use of medication
3
Q
Interventions for chest infection
A
ECG Bloods Blood cultures Sputum sample if purulent Chest ascultation Chest physio ABG
4
Q
What happends in the lungs with infection?
A
Infection causes inflammation which can narrow the airways further and cause the glands to produce more mucous to protect the airway.
