occupational disease Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
what is Pneumoconiosis
A
occupational and restrictive lung disease caused by inhalation of dust
2
Q
what is Cor pulmonale
A
Change in structure and function of RV (hypertrophy) due to lung disease. Usually linked by pulmonary HTN
3
Q
What is FEV1 and FVC
A
FEV1 - forced expiratory effort (amount of air forced out in 1 second)
FVC - forced vital capacity (amount of air that can be expired from lungs)
4
Q
What changes to FEV:FVC in restrictive and obstructive disorders
A
Obstrucive
