can't breathe

help

100

Subtypes of COPD

chronic bronchitis and emphysema

200

key difference between asthma and COPD

asthma = airflow limitation is reversible due to airway inflammation and bronchospasm
COPD = airflow limitation is not fully reversible because of loss of elastic recoil and airway obstruction 

300

Signs and Symptoms of Emphysema

thin, pursed lip breathing, severe dyspnea with minimal cyanosis (Pink Puffer)

cri

100

#1 Cause of COPD and #1 Intervention for COPD

Smoking and smoking cessation 

200

what is Emphysema

destruction of alveolar walls, leading to reduction in elastic recoil and air trapping
alveolar problem 

300

Signs and Symptoms of Chronic Bronchitis

Chronic productive cough
cyanotic, overweight, and peripheral edema (blue bloater)

assma

100

Wheezing, dyspnea, cough, and chest tightness together indicate this airway condition

What is asthma

200

Patient education for asthma

inhaler education
identify and avoid triggers 

300

what to teach pt after taking maintenance inhaler?

rinse mouth to avoid oral thrush 

bronch

100

what is chronic bronchitis 

inflammation of bronchi
airway problem 

200

Diagnostic testing for COPD

spirometry
Chest XRay
ABG

300

why do we teach pt to use a space for maintenance inhaler

reduce side effects and improves absorption

drogas

100

COPD medication class improves airflow by relaxing bronchial smooth muscle and is used in both rescue and maintenance therapy

What are bronchodilators

200

anti-inflammatory asthma medications are commonly used long-term to control airway inflammation

What are corticosteroids

300

Oxygen Therapy in COPD patients

Only therapy proven to improve survival
88%-92%
Don't want to over oxygenate (may reduce drive to breathe)