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What essential respiratory support is indicated for a patient needing mechanical intubation?
What essential respiratory support is indicated for a patient needing mechanical intubation?
- High-flow oxygen therapy
- Mechanical ventilation for the rest of their life (correct)
- Endotracheal suctioning every hour
- Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP)
What is a potential consequence of ineffective cough in patients with upper respiratory injuries?
What is a potential consequence of ineffective cough in patients with upper respiratory injuries?
- Pneumonia and atelectasis (correct)
- Increased tidal volume
- Improved lung capacity
- Reduced respiratory rate
Which breathing intervention is important for patients who cannot cough effectively?
Which breathing intervention is important for patients who cannot cough effectively?
- Chewable medications for airway clearance
- Diaphragmatic breathing exercises (correct)
- Nebulized saline treatments
- Physical therapy exercises
In patients with cervical spine injuries, what respiratory challenge is most commonly experienced?
In patients with cervical spine injuries, what respiratory challenge is most commonly experienced?
What method can be used to improve lung function in patients requiring respiratory support?
What method can be used to improve lung function in patients requiring respiratory support?
Why is oral care crucial in patients who are mechanically ventilated?
Why is oral care crucial in patients who are mechanically ventilated?
What type of breathing exercise is emphasized for patients with thoracic injuries?
What type of breathing exercise is emphasized for patients with thoracic injuries?
What kind of respiratory monitoring should be done for intubated patients?
What kind of respiratory monitoring should be done for intubated patients?
What is defined as significant hypotension in patients experiencing bradycardia?
What is defined as significant hypotension in patients experiencing bradycardia?
What should be monitored closely for patients with a spinal cord injury to prevent complications related to respiratory health?
What should be monitored closely for patients with a spinal cord injury to prevent complications related to respiratory health?
Which skin condition is most likely in patients with neurogenic issues?
Which skin condition is most likely in patients with neurogenic issues?
What level of spinal injury is most commonly associated with neurogenic shock?
What level of spinal injury is most commonly associated with neurogenic shock?
What potential complication arises due to a dramatic increase in the sympathetic nervous system during an injury?
What potential complication arises due to a dramatic increase in the sympathetic nervous system during an injury?
What is a critical respiratory function loss associated with injuries above C4?
What is a critical respiratory function loss associated with injuries above C4?
In patients with injuries above the T6 level, what cardiovascular dysfunction is likely to occur?
In patients with injuries above the T6 level, what cardiovascular dysfunction is likely to occur?
What is an essential teaching point for families of patients with spinal cord injuries concerning respiratory care?
What is an essential teaching point for families of patients with spinal cord injuries concerning respiratory care?
What respiratory support is essential for patients with injuries at the C4 level and above?
What respiratory support is essential for patients with injuries at the C4 level and above?
What is a key risk when turning or suctioning patients with injuries above T6?
What is a key risk when turning or suctioning patients with injuries above T6?
How long after a spinal cord injury can neurogenic shock potentially last?
How long after a spinal cord injury can neurogenic shock potentially last?
What is the main issue with diaphragmatic breathing following a spinal cord injury below C4?
What is the main issue with diaphragmatic breathing following a spinal cord injury below C4?
What device has been developed to enhance mobility in certain patients with spinal cord injuries?
What device has been developed to enhance mobility in certain patients with spinal cord injuries?
What underlying issue is caused by an imbalance in the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems in spinal cord injury patients?
What underlying issue is caused by an imbalance in the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems in spinal cord injury patients?
What is often a requirement for patients with severe cervical injuries to improve their quality of life?
What is often a requirement for patients with severe cervical injuries to improve their quality of life?
Why is family education important for patients likely to be paralyzed?
Why is family education important for patients likely to be paralyzed?
Flashcards
Neurogenic Shock
Neurogenic Shock
A type of shock characterized by low blood pressure (hypotension), slow heart rate (bradycardia), and warm, dry skin.
Mechanical Ventilation
Mechanical Ventilation
Using a machine to help a patient breathe.
C4 to C7 Spine Injuries
C4 to C7 Spine Injuries
Injuries from the C4 to lower C7 vertebrae impacting diaphragmatic breathing.
Hypotension (in Shock)
Hypotension (in Shock)
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Bradycardia (in Shock)
Bradycardia (in Shock)
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Diaphragmatic Breathing
Diaphragmatic Breathing
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Ineffective Cough
Ineffective Cough
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Respiratory Dysfunction (C4 Injury)
Respiratory Dysfunction (C4 Injury)
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Pneumonia and Atelectasis
Pneumonia and Atelectasis
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Respiratory Support (C4 Injury)
Respiratory Support (C4 Injury)
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Diphragmatic Breathing
Diphragmatic Breathing
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Incentive Spirometer
Incentive Spirometer
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Tracheostomy
Tracheostomy
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Oral Care for Intubated Patients
Oral Care for Intubated Patients
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Intubated Patient Monitoring
Intubated Patient Monitoring
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Neurogenic Shock Cause
Neurogenic Shock Cause
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Neurogenic pulmonary edema
Neurogenic pulmonary edema
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Chronic nerve stimulator
Chronic nerve stimulator
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Diaphragmatic pacemakers
Diaphragmatic pacemakers
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Cardiovascular dysfunction (above T6)
Cardiovascular dysfunction (above T6)
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Bradycardia
Bradycardia
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Peripheral vasodilation
Peripheral vasodilation
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Hypotension
Hypotension
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Spinal cord injury infection prevention
Spinal cord injury infection prevention
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Study Notes
Summary Keywords
- Spinal cord injury
- Exam extension
- Peer-reviewed article
- Thanksgiving break
- Spinal shock
- Neurogenic shock
- Respiratory dysfunction
- Cardiovascular dysfunction
- Urinary retention
- Gastrointestinal dysfunction
- Skin breakdown
- Hypothermia
- Autonomic dysreflexia
- Rehabilitation challenges
- Patient teaching
Sensitive Organ
- Specific organ function
- Brain and aneurysm functions
Exam, Assignments, and Deadlines
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