Principles of Physical Therapy Management in Cardiopulmonary Care

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What is the purpose of body positioning in physical therapy management of severely affected patients?

To promote general debility and deconditioning

To reduce the work of breathing and arousal (correct)

To increase the work of breathing

To induce night sweats and hemoptysis

What is the primary mechanism by which tuberculosis infections occur?

Inhalation of airborne tubercle bacilli (correct)

Vector-borne transmission

Direct skin contact with an infected individual

Contaminated food and water

What is the effect of removing the worker from the exposure in relation to symptoms?

Symptoms will be prolonged

Symptoms will remain unchanged

Symptoms can be reversed (correct)

Symptoms will worsen

What is a common symptom of tuberculosis involving the pulmonary system?

Cough with small amounts of nonpurulent sputum Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of moderate-to-severe cases of the condition?

Patients will readily desaturate on physical exertion Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of general debility and deconditioning in patients?

Patients will require a modified exercise program Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of prophylactic cardiopulmonary physical therapy?

To facilitate mucociliary transport and maximize alveolar ventilation Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of lung function in interstitial lung disease?

Decreased lung compliance and lung volumes, with increased expiratory flow at mid lung volume Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of acute exacerbation of interstitial pulmonary fibrosis?

Shortness of breath during exercise and at rest Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of repeated bouts of infection in interstitial lung disease?

Deposition of connective tissue leading to fibrosis Signup and view all the answers

What is a complication of interstitial lung disease?

Pulmonary hypertension Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common incision for thoracic surgery?

Posterolateral thoracotomy Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle is NOT incised during a posterolateral thoracotomy?

Rectus abdominis Signup and view all the answers

Why are two chest tubes usually inserted after thoracic surgery?

To evacuate air and drain serosanguinous fluid Signup and view all the answers

What should a therapist be familiar with post-thoracic surgery?

Various drainage systems and how to facilitate drainage Signup and view all the answers

What is a common challenge associated with deep breathing and coughing maneuvers post-surgery?

Pain and discomfort Signup and view all the answers

Cardiovascular surgery primarily involves which organs?

Heart and great vessels Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of postural drainage coordinated with breathing control and coughing maneuvers in physical therapy management?

Enhance cardiopulmonary physiological effects Signup and view all the answers

Which age groups are most commonly affected by pneumonia?

Young children and the elderly Signup and view all the answers

What can cause a patient with viral pneumonia to develop a productive cough?

Secondary bacterial infections Signup and view all the answers

How are viral pneumonias typically contracted?

By airborne organisms Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom is NOT typically associated with viral pneumonia?

Persistent nonproductive cough Signup and view all the answers

What is a common outcome of influenza that may occur in 1% to 5% of cases?

Viral pneumonia Signup and view all the answers

What might be red-flag symptoms of congestive heart failure (CHF)?

Gradual weight gain over several days with abdominal swelling Signup and view all the answers

Why is shoulder pain often experienced in cases of heart and diaphragm-related issues?

Due to nerve supply from the C5-6 spinal segment to the heart and diaphragm Signup and view all the answers

What might cause unexplained muscle pain in individuals taking statins to lower cholesterol?

Side effects of statins affecting muscle function Signup and view all the answers

In heart and diaphragm-related issues, where can visceral pain be referred to?

Somatic areas Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom is a common indicator of congestion heart failure in the provided text?

Swelling of ankles and abdomen Signup and view all the answers