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What type of diseases affect the airways, parenchyma, and other parts of the respiratory system?
Respiratory diseases
Which of the following can cause respiratory diseases? (Select all that apply)
Respiratory diseases are always curable.
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What is hypoxemia?
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What is hypercapnia?
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The normal arterial oxygen pressure (PaO2) values range from _____ mmHg.
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Define acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS).
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Which of the following are conditions included under COPD? (Select all that apply)
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What symptoms are present in chronic bronchitis?
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Respiratory Conditions Overview
- Respiratory diseases can be acute or chronic, affecting airways, lung parenchyma, and other parts of the respiratory system.
- Common causes include infections, smoking, secondhand smoke, and various air pollutants.
- Examples of respiratory diseases include asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pulmonary fibrosis, pneumonia, and lung cancer.
Chronic vs. Acute Respiratory Diseases
- Chronic respiratory diseases are often incurable but can be managed with treatments that alleviate symptoms and enhance daily living.
- Acute respiratory conditions may be curable, depending on circumstances and causative factors.
Types of Respiratory Pathology
- Airway diseases: Affect the airways within the lungs, leading to airflow limitations (obstructive).
- Lung tissue diseases: Impact lung tissue structure, particularly alveoli.
- Pleural and mediastinal diseases: Result in restrictive conditions.
- Lung circulation diseases: Affect blood vessels in the lungs (e.g., pulmonary hypertension).
Key Concepts in Respiratory Pathology
- Hypoxemia: Low arterial oxygen levels.
- Hypercapnia: Elevated carbon dioxide levels in arterial blood.
- Hypoxia: Insufficient oxygen supply to the body or a region; complete deprivation leads to anoxia.
- Normal arterial oxygen pressure (PaO2) ranges from 80-100 mmHg.
Basic Respiratory Physiology
- Ventilation is a product of respiratory rate and exhaled volume (VE).
- Hyperventilation: Increased VE resulting in hypocapnia (low carbon dioxide).
- Tachypnea: Rapid respiratory rate exceeding 20 breaths/min.
- Bradypnea: Decreased respiratory rate below 12 breaths/min.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- COPD consists of chronic bronchitis and emphysema, stemming from chronic inflammation and structural changes.
Chronic Bronchitis
- Defined by a cough with sputum lasting at least three months for two consecutive years.
- Characterized by enlargement of mucosal glands, hyperplasia of goblet cells, and bronchospasms.
- Symptoms include narrowing of airways, dyspnea, chronic cough, sputum production, and wheezing.
Important Metrics
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PaO2/FiO2 ratios:
- Example calculations:
- For PaO2 of 80 mmHg: 80/0.21= 380
- For PaO2 of 100 mmHg: 100/0.21= 475
- Example calculations:
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