Pleural disease Flashcards
What is Cheyne-stokes breathing
irregular rhythm with large tidal volumes with no pause between insp./exp.
How much pleural fluid is present in normal lungs
roughly 10cc
What causes fluid build up in the pleural spaces
when the lymphatics are unable to drain appropriately
What are intrinsic factors that effect lymphatic system
hormonal changes
anatomic abnormality
What are extrinsic factors that effect the lymphatic system
Draining is disrupted
Respiratory changes
blockage of entry port
something compressing lymph system
What is LDH an indicator of
inflammation
If someone has a spontaneous pneumothorax, what should you think of
marfans
Where are pneumothorax most common
apex of lung with sub pleural bleb
what is pleurisy
pleuritis
what causes pleurisy
esophageal rupture
asbestos
neoplastic infiltration
trauma
local infection
hematogenous spread
How will pleurisy present
pleuritic pain
SOB
pleuritic friction rub
