Pelicano Module 3 Respiratory Flashcards
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Also considered a nose bleed.
epitaxis
What causes an epitaxis
Caused by congestion of nasal membranes leading to capillary rupture
Snorting cocaine can lead to
epitaxis
PT, PTT are examples of tests for
Nosebleeds for clotting abnormalities
epinephrine and ice can cause
vasoconstriction
When a resident has a nose bleed what are some things we can suggest
place pressure on nasal septum, tilt head FORWARD, apply ice, nasal packing with EPINEPHRINE, cautery (stop bleeding)
A deviated septum causes _____ and is a _____ disorder
Snoring
Upper Airway
Abnormal Tissue growths on the nasal tissue are called
Nasal Polyps
Allergies can lead to abnormal tissue growths called
Polyps
What can be performed to remove Polyps
Poleptomy
And repair of nose is called
Rhinoplasty
Upper way Obstruction can be caused by
Aspiration (vomit/secretions), the tongue, laryngeal spasm of foreign objects
How serious is an Upper Way Obstruction
IT IS A MEDICAL EMERGENCY AND SHOULD BE TREATED ASAP
Partial Airway obstruction can lead to
gagging, choking, difficulty breathing, can cough and speak
What is a distinct difference of Partial Airway Obstruction vs. Total Obstruction
In Total Obstruction Respirations are more labored, patient will shows signs of Cyanosis AND WILL BE UNABLE TO SPEAK
What are some quick Upper Airway Obstruction Nursing Implications
Suction patient, Heimlich Maneuver, Throw his/herself over back of chair
After any laryngectomy patients are going to need ________ however total laryngectomy patient will ________
speech therapy
never speak on their own
Acute coryza can also be referred to as
The common cold
Acute pharyngitis can also be referred to as
sore throat
Acute laryngitis can also be referred to as
hoarse voice
Whats the best way to treat a hoarse voice
Rest voice
What is the best way to treat Sinusitis
drain sinus, steam therapy
Acute bronchitis, Legionnaires Disease, Anthrax, Tuberculosis, and Pneumonia are examples of
Lower Airway disorder
Deviated septum and Nasal Polyps are examples of
Upper Airway Disorder