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What is the primary risk associated with oxygen therapy at high concentrations over a long period?
What is the primary risk associated with oxygen therapy at high concentrations over a long period?
- Improved oxygen saturation
- Increased drive to breathe
- Oxygen toxicity (correct)
- Hypoventilation
Humidification is unnecessary for patients receiving high-flow oxygen therapy.
Humidification is unnecessary for patients receiving high-flow oxygen therapy.
False (B)
What should be monitored to avoid complications during oxygen therapy?
What should be monitored to avoid complications during oxygen therapy?
Oxygen saturation levels
Non-invasive Ventilation (NIV) is a technique used to support patients without the need for __________.
Non-invasive Ventilation (NIV) is a technique used to support patients without the need for __________.
Match the following risks of oxygen therapy with their corresponding descriptions:
Match the following risks of oxygen therapy with their corresponding descriptions:
What is the primary function of Salbutamol in COPD management?
What is the primary function of Salbutamol in COPD management?
Non-Invasive Ventilation (NIV) is used to provide lower positive pressure during inspiration.
Non-Invasive Ventilation (NIV) is used to provide lower positive pressure during inspiration.
What role do oral corticosteroids like prednisolone play in COPD treatment?
What role do oral corticosteroids like prednisolone play in COPD treatment?
The SARS-CoV-2 virus binds to the ACE2 receptors on the surface of ______ cells.
The SARS-CoV-2 virus binds to the ACE2 receptors on the surface of ______ cells.
Match the following COPD treatments with their purposes:
Match the following COPD treatments with their purposes:
What is the mechanism of action for non-invasive ventilation (NIV)?
What is the mechanism of action for non-invasive ventilation (NIV)?
Corticosteroids are used to speed up recovery during a COPD exacerbation.
Corticosteroids are used to speed up recovery during a COPD exacerbation.
What type of medication is typically administered via inhalation to aid bronchodilation?
What type of medication is typically administered via inhalation to aid bronchodilation?
What role does the TMPRSS2 enzyme play in viral infection?
What role does the TMPRSS2 enzyme play in viral infection?
Cytotoxic T cells are involved in the early phase of the immune response to COVID-19.
Cytotoxic T cells are involved in the early phase of the immune response to COVID-19.
What is the term for the programmed cell death that contributes to inflammation during a viral infection?
What is the term for the programmed cell death that contributes to inflammation during a viral infection?
The excessive immune response known as a cytokine storm is characterized by a rapid increase in cytokines such as IL-6 and IL-___.
The excessive immune response known as a cytokine storm is characterized by a rapid increase in cytokines such as IL-6 and IL-___.
What major issue arises from the hyperinflammatory phase of COVID-19?
What major issue arises from the hyperinflammatory phase of COVID-19?
Match the following cytokines with their effects:
Match the following cytokines with their effects:
Name one organ that can be affected by systemic inflammation caused by COVID-19.
Name one organ that can be affected by systemic inflammation caused by COVID-19.
The immune response to COVID-19 typically leads to multiple organ dysfunction.
The immune response to COVID-19 typically leads to multiple organ dysfunction.
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Study Notes
COVID-19 Pathophysiology
- TMPRSS2 enzyme is utilized by SARS-CoV-2 for cell entry.
- Once inside host cells, the virus replicates and causes pyroptosis, leading to inflammation and immune cell recruitment.
Host Immune Response
- Early immune response involves macrophages and dendritic cells detecting the virus.
- Late-phase response includes cytotoxic T cells clearing infected cells.
- Viral recognition by the body triggers pro-inflammatory cytokines and chemokines, recruiting monocytes and virus-specific T cells.
Hyperinflammatory Phase
- Severe immune response, known as a cytokine storm, occurs in some patients.
- Cytokines like IL-6, IL-10, and IL-2 rapidly increase, causing excessive immune cell infiltration in lungs, leading to respiratory distress.
Multiorgan Dysfunction
- Inflammation can become systemic, affecting organs beyond lungs, possibly causing a procoagulant state and multiple organ failures.
- Compromised organ function, particularly in the heart, kidneys, and liver, can lead to their failure due to widespread inflammation and coagulation.
COPD Management
- Salbutamol, a short-acting beta-2 agonist, relaxes airway smooth muscles for bronchodilation and is administered via inhalation.
- Oral corticosteroids like prednisolone help reduce airway inflammation during COPD exacerbations, improving lung function and recovery.
- Intravenous corticosteroids, such as hydrocortisone, provide anti-inflammatory effects for patients unable to take oral medications.
- Non-Invasive Ventilation (NIV) with BiLevel Positive Airway Pressure (BiPAP) enhances patient breathing by providing varied pressure during inspiration and expiration.
Oxygen Therapy: Risks and Management
- Risks associated with oxygen therapy include O2 toxicity from high concentrations and dry nasal passages.
- Careful monitoring of O2 saturation is essential to avoid complications in patients with chronic CO2 retention.
- Oxygen flow rates should start minimal, adjusting based on patient response while monitoring for hypoxemia or oxygen toxicity.
- Humidification is crucial for high-flow oxygen patients to prevent mucosal irritation and bleeding.
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