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Which of the following is a contraindication that involves the heart?
Which of the following is a contraindication that involves the heart?
- Recent throat intervention
- Pneumothorax
- Hypertension
- Myocardial infarction (correct)
Which contraindication relates to a condition affecting the lungs?
Which contraindication relates to a condition affecting the lungs?
- Recent eye intervention
- Hypertension
- Recent throat intervention
- Pulmonary embolism (correct)
Which contraindication would likely concern a recent surgical procedure?
Which contraindication would likely concern a recent surgical procedure?
- Myocardial infarction
- Recent throat intervention (correct)
- Recent eye intervention (correct)
- Hypertension
Which condition is associated with high blood pressure?
Which condition is associated with high blood pressure?
Identify the contraindication that is related to a blockage in the pulmonary artery.
Identify the contraindication that is related to a blockage in the pulmonary artery.
What is the primary function of the device used in a spirometry exam?
What is the primary function of the device used in a spirometry exam?
What is the difference between a simple spirometer and a body plethysmograph?
What is the difference between a simple spirometer and a body plethysmograph?
Which device is specifically used to measure changes in chest cavity volume during spirometry?
Which device is specifically used to measure changes in chest cavity volume during spirometry?
What is commonly involved in the spirometry testing procedure?
What is commonly involved in the spirometry testing procedure?
Which of the following components is NOT associated with the spirometry procedure?
Which of the following components is NOT associated with the spirometry procedure?
What does Total Lung Capacity measure?
What does Total Lung Capacity measure?
Which measurement indicates the volume of air exhaled in the first second of a forced expiration?
Which measurement indicates the volume of air exhaled in the first second of a forced expiration?
What is the primary focus of the instrument used in this presentation?
What is the primary focus of the instrument used in this presentation?
What does Residual Volume represent in respiratory function measurements?
What does Residual Volume represent in respiratory function measurements?
Which of the following best describes Peak Expiratory Flow (PEF)?
Which of the following best describes Peak Expiratory Flow (PEF)?
What is the primary purpose of functional respiratory exploration?
What is the primary purpose of functional respiratory exploration?
When are functional respiratory explorations typically recommended?
When are functional respiratory explorations typically recommended?
What type of procedures are involved in functional respiratory exploration?
What type of procedures are involved in functional respiratory exploration?
Which of the following is NOT a component of functional respiratory exploration?
Which of the following is NOT a component of functional respiratory exploration?
What aspect of respiration does functional respiratory exploration measure?
What aspect of respiration does functional respiratory exploration measure?
What is recommended to be avoided in the 4 hours prior to an exam?
What is recommended to be avoided in the 4 hours prior to an exam?
Which medication type may require a temporary suspension before the exam?
Which medication type may require a temporary suspension before the exam?
What is suggested regarding food intake before the exam?
What is suggested regarding food intake before the exam?
What type of clothing is recommended to wear before the exam?
What type of clothing is recommended to wear before the exam?
Which of the following is NOT recommended before the exam?
Which of the following is NOT recommended before the exam?
What is a necessary condition for pre-operative evaluations related to lung procedures?
What is a necessary condition for pre-operative evaluations related to lung procedures?
Which of the following is assessed to determine the efficacy of treatment for chronic respiratory diseases?
Which of the following is assessed to determine the efficacy of treatment for chronic respiratory diseases?
In the context of asthma evaluation, which of the following is NOT an indicator?
In the context of asthma evaluation, which of the following is NOT an indicator?
Why is it important to assess asthma in the context of chronic respiratory diseases?
Why is it important to assess asthma in the context of chronic respiratory diseases?
Which procedure requires a thorough evaluation of lung function when asthma is suspected?
Which procedure requires a thorough evaluation of lung function when asthma is suspected?
What does spirometry primarily measure?
What does spirometry primarily measure?
Which instrument assesses the amount of oxygen that passes through the pulmonary alveoli?
Which instrument assesses the amount of oxygen that passes through the pulmonary alveoli?
What does plethysmography specifically measure?
What does plethysmography specifically measure?
What does arterial blood gas analysis primarily evaluate?
What does arterial blood gas analysis primarily evaluate?
Which of the following is true about residual volume?
Which of the following is true about residual volume?
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Study Notes
Spirometry Procedure
- Spirometry measures lung capacity and airflow.
- It involves blowing into a device, either a simple spirometer or a body plethysmograph.
- Body plethysmograph is a sealed cabin that measures chest cavity volume changes.
Contraindications
- Recent throat or eye surgery
- Myocardial infarction
- Hypertension
- Pulmonary embolism
- Pneumothorax
Instruments used
- Spirometry: measures lung volume and airflow.
- Pulmonary Diffusion Capacity: measures the amount of oxygen that passes through the lungs.
- Plethysmography: measures all lung volumes, including residual volume.
- Arterial Blood Gas Analysis: measures oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in the blood.
Indications
- Suspected asthma
- Follow-up of a severe lung disease
- Pre-operative evaluation for lung surgery
- Assessing the efficacy of treatment for chronic respiratory diseases like COPD
Nurse's Role: Patient Preparation
- Medications may need to be temporarily suspended before the exam (anti-allergic, anti-inflammatory, bronchodilators).
- Fasting is not necessary, but eat lightly and avoid alcohol and smoking 4 hours before the exam.
- Avoid strenuous exercise and wear loose clothing.
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