Labs
This lab measures immunity and can be used to detect infections.
White Blood Cells (WBC)
What lung sounds are expected with asthma or COPD?
wheezing
What is medical term for low blood pressure?
hypotension
What does IM stand for?
intramuscular
What is dyspnea?
Difficulty breathing
This lab can be used to determine the presence of anemia?
Hemoglobin (HGB)
What lung sounds are expected with heart failure?
crackles
What is the medical term for a resp rate >20?
tachypnea
What does NPO stand for?
Nothing by mouth
What is dysphagia?
difficulty swallowing
What is the normal platelet count?
150,000 - 450,000
What is the main function of the lungs?
gas exchange
What is a normal capillary refill?
<3 seconds
What does gtt stand for?
drops
What is aspiration?
breathing something foreign objects into airways
The normal result for this electrolyte is 3.5 - 5.0 mEq.
potassium
What can be an expected oxygen saturation for a patient with COPD?
88-92%
What is the medical term for HR <60 bpm?
bradycardia
What does DVT stand for?
Deep Vein Thrombosis
What is cyanosis?
bluish/gray discoloration of skin or mucous membranes
The normal result for this electrolyte is 135 - 145 mEq.
sodium
Where does gas exchange take place?
alveoli
What measures the saturation of oxygen carried in RBCs?
pulse oxymetry
What does IV stand for?
intravenous
What are adventitious sounds?
abnormal sounds resulting from unusual airflow through the lungs