Emphysema Flashcards
1
Q
Impaired O2 and CO2 exchange
A
-Damaged alveoli
-The inner walls of the air sacs weaken and rupture
2
Q
Diagnosis
A
-Tripod, Barrel chest, pursed-lip
3
Q
Signs and Symptoms
A
-Dyspnea
-Hyperventilation (puffing to breathe)
-Minimal cough
-Barrel chest, tripod position
-Purse-lip breathing
-Tachypnea
-Hypoxemia
-Decreased breath sounds
-Accessory muscle use
