Respiratory Anatomy & Physiology
This gas is expelled during exhalation and helps regulate blood pH
What is CO2
This inhaler type uses a pressurized canister and may require a spacer.
What is MDI?
This SABA is used for quick relief of asthma symptoms.
What is salbutamol?
This COPD phenotype is known as the “Blue Bloater.”
What is chronic bronchitis?
This opioid antitussive is used for severe, dry coughs.
What is codeine?
This is the site where gas exchange takes place in the lungs
What are alveoli
This device converts liquid medication into mist for inhalation.
What is a nebulizer?
This drug class reduces airway inflammation and is used for long-term control.
What are corticosteroids?
This condition involves destruction of alveolar walls and air trapping.
What is emphysema?
This expectorant helps thin mucus for productive coughs.
What is guaifenesin?
This is the branch of the nervous system that causes bronchodilation
What is the sympathetic nervous system
This inhaler requires a fast, forceful breath to activate.
What is a DPI
This xanthine derivative has a narrow therapeutic index and requires serum monitoring.
What is theophylline?
This is the target oxygen saturation for most COPD patients to avoid CO₂ retention.
What is 88–92%?
This mucolytic smells like rotten eggs and may cause bronchospasm.
What is acetylcysteine?
A wheeze heard on auscultation may indicate this condition
What is asthma
90% of inhaler errors are due to this issue.
What is poor technique?
This monoclonal antibody is used for severe asthma unresponsive to other therapies.
What is omalizumab?
This breathing technique helps keep alveoli open in emphysema.
What is pursed-lip breathing?
This non-opioid antitussive must be swallowed whole to avoid numbing the throat.
What is benzonatate?
Increased breathing rate leads to this change in blood pH
What is increased pH / less acidic?
This inhaler is best for patients with poor inspiratory effort and coordination
What is a nebulizer?
This phase of asthma response occurs 5–12 hours after exposure and involves eosinophils.
What is the late-phase response?
This device may be used to support breathing in CO₂ retention.
What is CPAP or BiPAP?
High doses of this OTC antitussive can lead to abuse.
What is dextromethorphan?