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What is a primary mechanism of Type 2 respiratory failure?
What is a primary mechanism of Type 2 respiratory failure?
- Alveolar Hypoventilation (correct)
- Shunting of blood
- Increased oxygen delivery
- Hypoxic pulmonary vasoconstriction
What can renal compensation lead to in chronic hypercapnia?
What can renal compensation lead to in chronic hypercapnia?
- Increased respiratory muscle fatigue
- Compensatory metabolic alkalosis (correct)
- Compensatory metabolic acidosis
- Decreased bicarbonate retention
What is the effect of hypoxic pulmonary vasoconstriction?
What is the effect of hypoxic pulmonary vasoconstriction?
- Diverts blood to better-ventilated lung regions (correct)
- Reduces blood flow to well-ventilated areas
- Increases overall oxygen levels in the blood
- Lowers pulmonary arterial pressure
What condition can significantly impair oxygen transfer at the alveolar-capillary membrane?
What condition can significantly impair oxygen transfer at the alveolar-capillary membrane?
Which compensatory mechanism can lead to respiratory muscle fatigue?
Which compensatory mechanism can lead to respiratory muscle fatigue?
What effect does significant shunting have on oxygen therapy?
What effect does significant shunting have on oxygen therapy?
What abnormal lung sounds might indicate respiratory issues?
What abnormal lung sounds might indicate respiratory issues?
What results from hypoventilation in the lungs?
What results from hypoventilation in the lungs?
What physiological response can occur due to airway obstruction?
What physiological response can occur due to airway obstruction?
Which medication is used to reduce inflammation in conditions like COPD?
Which medication is used to reduce inflammation in conditions like COPD?
What mental status changes could indicate hypoxia or hypercapnia?
What mental status changes could indicate hypoxia or hypercapnia?
What is a vital sign you should monitor regularly in a patient with respiratory issues?
What is a vital sign you should monitor regularly in a patient with respiratory issues?
When administering oxygen therapy, which method might be used based on severity?
When administering oxygen therapy, which method might be used based on severity?
Which laboratory test is relevant for assessing overall health in respiratory patients?
Which laboratory test is relevant for assessing overall health in respiratory patients?
Which imaging study can help assess lung conditions?
Which imaging study can help assess lung conditions?
What type of support might be provided for a patient experiencing respiratory failure?
What type of support might be provided for a patient experiencing respiratory failure?
What is one of the primary mechanisms that causes Type 1 respiratory failure?
What is one of the primary mechanisms that causes Type 1 respiratory failure?
Which condition primarily leads to Type 2 respiratory failure due to impaired ventilation?
Which condition primarily leads to Type 2 respiratory failure due to impaired ventilation?
Which of the following can lead to hypercapnia as a result of reduced respiratory drive?
Which of the following can lead to hypercapnia as a result of reduced respiratory drive?
What is a condition that results in abnormal gas exchange due to pulmonary damage?
What is a condition that results in abnormal gas exchange due to pulmonary damage?
What happens during shunting in the context of respiratory failure?
What happens during shunting in the context of respiratory failure?
Which factor can increase carbon dioxide (CO2) production, contributing to hypercapnia?
Which factor can increase carbon dioxide (CO2) production, contributing to hypercapnia?
In Type 1 respiratory failure, what primarily hinders the process of oxygenation of the blood?
In Type 1 respiratory failure, what primarily hinders the process of oxygenation of the blood?
What is a common cause of pulmonary embolism that can lead to respiratory failure?
What is a common cause of pulmonary embolism that can lead to respiratory failure?
What should be done if a patient's prognosis is poor concerning life-sustaining treatments?
What should be done if a patient's prognosis is poor concerning life-sustaining treatments?
What is a critical aspect of managing a patient's care in response to interventions?
What is a critical aspect of managing a patient's care in response to interventions?
In end-of-life care, what role does palliative care play?
In end-of-life care, what role does palliative care play?
What must be monitored to assess patient progress after interventions?
What must be monitored to assess patient progress after interventions?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice in patient care decisions?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice in patient care decisions?
What is the purpose of advance directives in healthcare?
What is the purpose of advance directives in healthcare?
When is it appropriate to involve palliative care?
When is it appropriate to involve palliative care?
Which action should be taken if there are signs of patient deterioration?
Which action should be taken if there are signs of patient deterioration?
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Study Notes
Respiratory Failure Overview
- Respiratory failure can be classified into two types: Type 1 (hypoxemic) and Type 2 (hypercapnic).
- Type 1 results from inadequate oxygenation; Type 2 is characterized by elevated carbon dioxide levels.
Conditions Causing Respiratory Failure
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Type 1 Causes:
- Pulmonary embolism obstructs blood flow, damaging lungs.
- Conditions affecting breathing nerves and muscles: neuromuscular disorders and chest wall deformities.
- Certain drug overdoses can suppress respiratory function.
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Type 2 Causes:
- Alveolar hypoventilation, where ventilation decreases, accumulating CO2.
- Airway obstruction, common in COPD, causes air trapping.
Pathophysiology of Type 1 Respiratory Failure
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V/Q Mismatch: Ventilation is not properly matched with perfusion due to:
- Areas of the lung being well-perfused but poorly ventilated, leading to hypoxemia.
- Conditions like pneumonia fill alveoli with fluid causing ineffective gas exchange.
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Diffusion Impairment: Thickened alveolar-capillary membranes hinder oxygen transfer.
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Shunting: Blood bypasses areas where gas exchange occurs, leading to low oxygen levels.
Pathophysiology of Type 2 Respiratory Failure
- Main Mechanism: Alveolar hypoventilation results in CO2 accumulation due to decreased ventilation leading to hypercapnia.
- Contributing Factors: Increased metabolic activity from conditions like sepsis can produce excess CO2, worsening hypercapnia.
Compensatory Mechanisms in Respiratory Failure
- Increased Respiratory Rate: A reaction to hypoxemia and hypercapnia, although it can lead to muscle fatigue.
- Hypoxic Pulmonary Vasoconstriction: Diverts blood to well-ventilated lung areas, optimizing oxygenation.
- Renal Compensation: In chronic hypercapnia, kidneys retain bicarbonate to buffer acid from CO2 retention, leading to metabolic alkalosis.
Nursing Care
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Assessments:
- Monitor respiratory status and administer medications to open airways (e.g., bronchodilators).
- Observe mental status for signs of hypoxia or hypercapnia such as confusion or lethargy.
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Common Interventions:
- Administer oxygen therapy based on severity (nasal cannula, face mask).
- Employ mechanical ventilation when necessary.
- Use corticosteroids for inflammation in conditions like COPD.
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Monitoring-Blood Pressure & Vital Signs: Regular tracking of blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature.
Diagnostic Approach
- Laboratory Tests: Includes CBC, electrolytes, and renal function tests.
- Imaging Studies: Chest X-rays or CT scans to assess lung condition and response to treatments.
End-of-Life Care
- Advance Directives: Discuss patient's preferences for life-sustaining treatments, especially in poor prognoses.
- Palliative Care: Focus on managing symptoms and providing comfort when recovery is not possible.
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