RSV
Who is most at risk for severe RSV infection?
Children under 2 and older adults
What is cystic fibrosis?
Autosomal recessive genetic disorder
Which of the following are signs of hypoxia?
A. Restlessness
B. Bradycardia
C. Cyanosis
D. Irritability
E. Decreased respiratory rate
A. Restlessness
C. Cyanosis
D. Irritability
WBC = 13,500
Abnormal
Note: Suggests infection or inflammation
What class of drug is albuterol, and what does it do?
Short-acting beta-agonist (SABA); bronchodilation
What is a common treatment for RSV?
Nebulized hypertonic saline and humidified oxygen
What is the diagnostic test for CF?
Sweat chloride test
Which of the following ABG results indicate Metabolic Acidosis?
A. pH 7.31
B. HCO₃⁻ 19
C. PaCO₂ 48
D. HCO₃⁻ 28
E. pH 7.48
A. pH 7.31
B. HCO₃⁻ 19
C. PaCO₂ 48
ABG: pH = 7.50, PaCO₂ = 28, HCO₃⁻ = 24. Which is abnormal?
PaCO₂ (low) and pH (high)
Note:Respiratory Alkalosis
What teaching is critical after administering an inhaled corticosteroid like fluticasone?
Rinse mouth to prevent oral candidiasis (yeast infection)
What signs of RSV require immediate medical attention?
Central cyanosis, respiratory rate >70, lethargy
What must be taken with every meal and snack containing fat in CF patients?
Pancreatic enzyme supplements
Which of the following medications are used in asthma management?
A. Albuterol
B. Inhaled corticosteroids
C. Anticholinergics
D. Insulin
E. Xanthines
A. Albuterol
B. Inhaled corticosteroids
C. Anticholinergics
E. Xanthines
Neutrophils = 85%, Lymphocytes = 10%, WBC = 5,000. What is abnormal?
Neutrophils elevated, lymphocytes low
Note: bacterial infection
What is the purpose of CFTR modulators in cystic fibrosis?
Correct the malfunctioning protein that causes CF.
What precautions are required for RSV?
Droplet and contact precautions
What is the purpose of CFTR modulators?
Improve function of the faulty CF protein
Which of the following are signs of pneumonia?
A. Crackles
B. Clubbing
C. Fever
D. Dyspnea
E. Increased appetite
A. Crackles
C. Fever
D. Dyspnea
K⁺ = 2.9, HCO₃⁻ = 34, pH = 7.49.
What is the Acid-Base Imbalance? What electrolyte imbalance is likely?
Hypokalemia + Metabolic alkalosis
Which class of medications is used for pneumonia treatment?
Antibiotics
What does RSV often lead to in infants?
Bronchiolitis or pneumonia
What are common respiratory symptoms in CF?
Chronic cough, wheezing, chest colds, sinus infections, shortness of breath, allergies
Which of the following require contact precautions?
A. C. diff
B. MRSA
C. Varicella
D. RSV
E. TB
A. C. diff
B. MRSA
D. RSV
PaO₂ = 60 mmHg
Abnormal
Note: Hypoxemia (Normal: 80–100 mmHg)
What class is ipratropium, and what is its role in COPD?
Note: Think of COPD as a whole. If we have trouble breathing because something is blocked, we need to...
Anticholinergic bronchodilator;
reduces secretions and opens airways