You Can't Sit With Us: Lung Edition
What parameter is the normal O2 saturation of a COPD patient?
88%-92%
This physical sign manifests as swelling in the lower extremities.
peripheral edema
True or False: Smoking is the only cause of COPD.
False. While smoking is the primary cause, genetics and environmental pollutants can also contribute
You won't want to miss this on your assessment; you'll miss out on hearing the snaps, crackles, and pops!
respiratory assessment
This is the correct Line to say to someone when you do not want to go shopping with them.
"I can't go out. *cough*cough* Im sick."
Cady's heart was crushed by Regina after she kissed this person at the Halloween party.
Aaron Samuel
What is a common misconception about shortness of breath in COPD?
It only happens during activity; it can also occur at rest in advanced stages.
In heart failure management, this dietary intervention is crucial to prevent excess fluid retention
low-sodium diet/ sodium restriction
Hypoxemia
This term describes the accumulation of fluid in the abdomen, often seen in right-sided heart failure.
ascites
What color should you wear on Wednesdays?
PINK
This technique, often taught to patients with COPD and asthma, helps them manage dyspnea by slowing their breathing rate.
pursed-lip breathing
Inhaled corticosteroids may cause this... So don't forget to rinse!
Thrush
What is the equation for cardiac output (CO)?
stroke volume (SV) x heart rate (HR) = cardiac output (CO)
True or False: You can treat heart failure effectively with just lifestyle changes.
False. Medication and sometimes devices are often necessary in addition to lifestyle changes
A patient's recent lipid panel is:
LDL: 160 mg/dL
HDL: 40 mg/dL
Triglicerides: 160 mg/dL
What type of medication should a nurse anticipate the doctor to prescribe?
Statin
This device uses positive expiratory pressure to mobilize secretions.
Acapella
If this blood test result comes back elevated, it means the heart is working harder to pump blood.
BNP (Serum (b-type) natriuretic peptide)
What was the biggest myth Regina George said about Janice Ian?
That she was a lesbian
Cady Heron transfers to North Shore High School from this country.
Kenya