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What are the 6 characteristics observed during respiratory assessment inspection?

  • Heart rate, skin temperature, cough frequency, presence of moles or freckles, chest expansion, and presence of tattoos
  • Chest shape, skin color, respiratory rate, use of accessory muscles, presence of scars or lesions, and chest symmetry (correct)
  • Blood pressure, presence of rashes, presence of wrinkles, chest tenderness, presence of piercings, and abdominal movement
  • Eye color, hair texture, presence of jewelry, nail length, presence of bruises, and chest movement

    • What are the 8 observations that indicate respiratory effort during respiratory assessment?

  • Sweating, shivering, trembling, crossing arms, leg movement, eye blinking, head nodding, and hand gestures
  • Chest retractions, use of accessory muscles, tripod positioning, pursed-lip breathing, tachypnea, bradypnea, paradoxical breathing, and orthopnea (correct)
  • Gagging, belching, flatulence, burping, swallowing, chewing, yawning, and hiccupping
  • Nasal flaring, grunting, stridor, wheezing, coughing, sneezing, hiccupping, and yawning

    • What is the normal range for oxygen saturation in arterial blood (SaO2)?

  • 100-105%
  • 90-95%
  • 85-90%
  • 95-100% (correct)

    • What are the two main conditions included in COPD?

    <p>Chronic bronchitis and emphysema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the regulation of respiration based on the body's need for oxygen and removal of carbon dioxide?

    <p>Respiratory drive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary gas responsible for respiratory gas exchange in the lungs?

    <p>Oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are possible signs of hypoxia?

    <p>Tachycardia, cyanosis, and abnormal lung sounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential complication of suctioning?

    <p>Mucosal trauma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is oxygen therapy indicated?

    <p>O2 sat &lt; 88-90%, restlessness, confusion, and cyanosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which position is recommended to promote better breathing during sleep?

    <p>Side lying positioning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential intervention for a patient in respiratory distress?

    <p>Reposition head of bed up - High Fowler’s</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is suctioning performed?

    <p>When the patient is unable to effectively move secretions from the respiratory tract</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential intervention for a patient with low hemoglobin?

    <p>Apply oxygen if pulse oximetry &lt; 90%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using a peak flow meter in respiratory care?

    <p>To measure the amount of air exhaled with forceful effort and monitor conditions like asthma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which diagnostic test is specifically used to assess the oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in the blood?

    <p>ABG’s</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of bronchodilators such as Atrovent, Ventolin, and Albuterol in respiratory care?

    <p>To keep airways dilated and clear mucus when open</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which intervention is specifically aimed at mobilizing secretions in respiratory care?

    <p>Pulmonary hygiene techniques such as percussion, vibration, and postural drainage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of oxygen therapy in respiratory care?

    <p>To prevent and treat hypoxia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is specifically used to support smoking cessation in respiratory care?

    <p>Smoking cessation support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between ventilation and respiration?

    <p>Ventilation involves the movement of air in and out of the lungs, while respiration is the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can inadequate ventilation lead to?

    <p>Hypoxemia and hypoxia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors influence pulmonary function?

    <p>Developmental stage, environment, lifestyle, medications, and pathophysiological conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is essential for evaluating respiratory health during a physical examination?

    <p>Assessment of breathing patterns, respiratory effort, and signs of distress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does hypoxemia result from?

    <p>Poor alveolar diffusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of oxygenation?

    <p>Supply of oxygen to the body's cells, tissues, and organs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a potential intervention for a patient in respiratory distress?

    <p>Positioning the patient in a high-Fowler's position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following situations is NOT appropriate for applying supplemental oxygen?

    <p>During an asthma attack with normal oxygen saturation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following medications is NOT typically used in respiratory care for managing secretions?

    <p>Albuterol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a potential sign or symptom of hypoxia?

    <p>Bradycardia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a primary focus of oxygenation in respiratory care?

    <p>Improving lung compliance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a lab or diagnostic test related to gaseous transfer in the respiratory system?

    <p>Complete blood count (CBC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a structure of the lower airway?

    <p>Pharynx</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of using a peak flow meter in respiratory care?

    <p>Monitoring conditions like asthma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which diagnostic test is specifically used to assess the oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in the blood?

    <p>ABG’s</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of oxygenation?

    <p>Preventing and treating hypoxia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential complication of suctioning in at-risk patients?

    <p>Mucosal damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is specifically used to support smoking cessation in respiratory care?

    <p>Nicotine replacement therapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is oxygen therapy indicated in respiratory care?

    <p>To prevent and treat hypoxia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the common problem statements related to respiratory issues?

    <p>Ineffective airway clearance, ineffective breathing pattern, and impaired gas exchange</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of ventilation in the human body?

    <p>Movement of air into and out of the lungs through inhalation and exhalation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can lead to hypoxemia and hypoxia due to inadequate ventilation?

    <p>Poor alveolar diffusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for elevated CO2 levels and its relation to inadequate ventilation?

    <p>Hypercarbia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factors affect ventilation rate?

    <p>Lung elasticity and airway resistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of oxygenation in the human body?

    <p>Supply of oxygen to the body's cells, tissues, and organs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is crucial for identifying respiratory issues during assessment?

    <p>Observing cough and sputum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is essential for evaluating respiratory health during a physical examination?

    <p>Assessment of breathing patterns and respiratory effort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended position for a patient experiencing respiratory distress?

    <p>High Fowler’s</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is used as an emergency intervention for a dyspneic, restless, and cyanotic patient with O2 saturation below 90%?

    <p>Supplemental O2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the duration of each suction pass for lower airway suctioning?

    <p>10 seconds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of oxygen therapy in respiratory care?

    <p>To prevent and treat hypoxia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary indication for airway suctioning in respiratory care?

    <p>To remove secretions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the possible complications of suctioning in respiratory care?

    <p>Increased intracranial pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which situation is oxygen therapy not considered an independent nursing intervention?

    <p>During emergency situations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy in the treatment of respiratory disorders?

    <p>To maintain open airways</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary nursing intervention for a patient with low hemoglobin?

    <p>Assessing for symptoms of hypoxia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which diagnostic test is specifically used to assess the oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in the blood?

    <p>Pulse oximetry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of using a peak flow meter in respiratory care?

    <p>Monitor conditions like asthma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a potential intervention for a patient in respiratory distress?

    <p>Administering antipyretics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of ventilation in the human body?

    <p>Movement of air in and out of the lungs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is specifically used to support smoking cessation in respiratory care?

    <p>Nicotine replacement therapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal range for oxygen saturation in arterial blood (SaO2)?

    <p>90-95%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary gas responsible for respiratory gas exchange in the lungs?

    <p>Oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of ventilation in the human body?

    <p>Movement of air into and out of the lungs through inhalation and exhalation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can inadequate ventilation lead to?

    <p>Hypoxemia and hypoxia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for elevated CO2 levels and its relation to inadequate ventilation?

    <p>Hypercarbia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary gas responsible for respiratory gas exchange in the lungs?

    <p>Oxygen (O2)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factors affect ventilation rate?

    <p>Depth and lung compliance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the regulation of respiration based on the body's need for oxygen and removal of carbon dioxide?

    <p>Ventilation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is essential for evaluating respiratory health during a physical examination?

    <p>Inspection, palpation, percussion, and auscultation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of pulmonary circulation in the respiratory system?

    <p>To assist in the exchange of gases between the alveoli and the blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is commonly used to manage symptoms of chronic bronchitis in COPD?

    <p>Mucolytics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the volume of air that remains in the lungs after a forced expiration?

    <p>Residual volume</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which situation would the application of supplemental oxygen be appropriate?

    <p>To correct hypoxemia in a patient with COPD exacerbation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the regulatory mechanism that stimulates breathing based on low oxygen levels in the blood?

    <p>Hypoxic drive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a primary nursing intervention for promoting respiratory health in patients?

    <p>Encouraging deep breathing and coughing exercises</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the process of exchanging gases between the alveoli and the blood in the lungs?

    <p>External respiration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of using a peak flow meter in respiratory care?

    <p>To assess the severity of airway obstruction in conditions such as asthma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for elevated $CO_2$ levels and its relation to inadequate ventilation?

    <p>Hypercarbia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which intervention is specifically aimed at mobilizing secretions in respiratory care?

    <p>Lateral positioning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the possible complications of suctioning in respiratory care?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary indication for airway suctioning in respiratory care?

    <p>To mobilize secretions when the patient is unable to effectively move them</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of ventilation in the human body?

    <p>To facilitate the exchange of gases like oxygen and carbon dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended position for a patient experiencing respiratory distress?

    <p>High Fowler’s position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the regulation of respiration based on the body's need for oxygen and removal of carbon dioxide?

    <p>Ventilatory drive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is crucial for identifying respiratory issues during assessment?

    <p>Observing chest wall movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Respiration and Ventilation in the Human Body

    • Ventilation involves the movement of air into and out of the lungs through inhalation and exhalation.
    • Respiration is the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the lungs, both externally and internally.
    • Oxygenation refers to the supply of oxygen to the body's cells, tissues, and organs.
    • Factors affecting ventilation rate include depth, lung elasticity, airway resistance, and hyperventilation or hypoventilation.
    • Inadequate ventilation can lead to hypoxemia (low blood oxygen) and hypoxia (low tissue oxygen).
    • Hypoxemia can result from poor alveolar diffusion, while hypoxia can be due to circulation issues.
    • Hypercarbia (elevated CO2 levels) and hypocarbia (low CO2 levels) are also related to inadequate ventilation.
    • Factors influencing pulmonary function include developmental stage, environment, lifestyle, medications, and pathophysiological conditions.
    • When assessing respiratory health, factors such as current and past medical history, medications, lifestyle, and environmental exposure should be considered.
    • The physical examination for respiratory health includes inspection, palpation, percussion, and auscultation to assess factors such as breathing patterns and effort.
    • Observing cough and sputum is crucial for identifying respiratory issues, including color, odor, and consistency.
    • Assessment of breathing patterns, respiratory effort, and signs of distress such as nasal flaring, retractions, and the use of accessory muscles is essential for evaluating respiratory health.

    Respiration and Ventilation in the Human Body

    • Ventilation involves the movement of air into and out of the lungs through inhalation and exhalation.
    • Respiration is the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the lungs, both externally and internally.
    • Oxygenation refers to the supply of oxygen to the body's cells, tissues, and organs.
    • Factors affecting ventilation rate include depth, lung elasticity, airway resistance, and hyperventilation or hypoventilation.
    • Inadequate ventilation can lead to hypoxemia (low blood oxygen) and hypoxia (low tissue oxygen).
    • Hypoxemia can result from poor alveolar diffusion, while hypoxia can be due to circulation issues.
    • Hypercarbia (elevated CO2 levels) and hypocarbia (low CO2 levels) are also related to inadequate ventilation.
    • Factors influencing pulmonary function include developmental stage, environment, lifestyle, medications, and pathophysiological conditions.
    • When assessing respiratory health, factors such as current and past medical history, medications, lifestyle, and environmental exposure should be considered.
    • The physical examination for respiratory health includes inspection, palpation, percussion, and auscultation to assess factors such as breathing patterns and effort.
    • Observing cough and sputum is crucial for identifying respiratory issues, including color, odor, and consistency.
    • Assessment of breathing patterns, respiratory effort, and signs of distress such as nasal flaring, retractions, and the use of accessory muscles is essential for evaluating respiratory health.

    Respiration and Ventilation in the Human Body

    • Ventilation involves the movement of air into and out of the lungs through inhalation and exhalation.
    • Respiration is the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the lungs, both externally and internally.
    • Oxygenation refers to the supply of oxygen to the body's cells, tissues, and organs.
    • Factors affecting ventilation rate include depth, lung elasticity, airway resistance, and hyperventilation or hypoventilation.
    • Inadequate ventilation can lead to hypoxemia (low blood oxygen) and hypoxia (low tissue oxygen).
    • Hypoxemia can result from poor alveolar diffusion, while hypoxia can be due to circulation issues.
    • Hypercarbia (elevated CO2 levels) and hypocarbia (low CO2 levels) are also related to inadequate ventilation.
    • Factors influencing pulmonary function include developmental stage, environment, lifestyle, medications, and pathophysiological conditions.
    • When assessing respiratory health, factors such as current and past medical history, medications, lifestyle, and environmental exposure should be considered.
    • The physical examination for respiratory health includes inspection, palpation, percussion, and auscultation to assess factors such as breathing patterns and effort.
    • Observing cough and sputum is crucial for identifying respiratory issues, including color, odor, and consistency.
    • Assessment of breathing patterns, respiratory effort, and signs of distress such as nasal flaring, retractions, and the use of accessory muscles is essential for evaluating respiratory health.

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