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difficulty swallowing

Dysphagia

free discharge of thin nasal mucus

Rhinorrhea

coughing out/expectoration of blood/bloody sputum from the lungs

Hemoptysis

vomiting of blood

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

increased carbon dioxide level in the blood

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

breathing in slowly through the nose for 2 counts with mouth closed then breathing out slowly for 4 counts through the lips

<p>Pursed lip breathing</p> Signup and view all the answers

increased antero-posterior chest diameter where ribs appear horizontal at an angle greater than 45 degrees with the spinal column

<p>Barrel chest</p> Signup and view all the answers

funnel-shaped chest, depressed lower sternum

<p>Pectus excavatum</p> Signup and view all the answers

pigeon chest; anteriorly displaced sternum

<p>Pectus carinatum</p> Signup and view all the answers

abnormally increased inward curvature of the lower region of the spine

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

excessive outward curvature of the thoracic region of the spine

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

lateral deviation of the spine

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

characterized by elevation of the scapula and a corresponding S-shaped spine. This deformity limits lung expansion within the thorax. It may occur with osteoporosis and other skeletal disorders that affect the thorax.

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

accumulation of air in the lungs

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

accumulation of fluids in the lungs

<p>Pleural effusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

consolidation of lung tissues commonly caused by bacterial or viral infection

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

COPD

<p>Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

A sound heard over an artery or vascular channel, reflecting turbulence of flow. Most commonly caused by abnormal narrowing of an artery.

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

accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity

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

enlargement of the liver

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

enlargement of the spleen

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

a rumbling sound made by the movement of gas in the intestine

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

absence of muscle tone

<p>Atonic muscles</p> Signup and view all the answers

ROM

<p>range of motion</p> Signup and view all the answers

strong outward thrust of the chest walls during systole along left sternal border (RVH)

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

openings are narrowed, increased velocity of blood flow, audible vibration

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

palpable vibration over the precordium; these are the vibrations of loud cardiac murmurs. They feel like the throat of a purring cat. occur with turbulent blood flow.

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

visible vibration over the precordium; these are forceful cardiac contractions that cause a slight to vigorous movement of sternum and ribs.

<p>Lift or heaves</p> Signup and view all the answers

these are more visible when patients are thin. A thick chest wall or increased AP diameter can obscure them. may indicate increased blood volume or pressure.

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

enlargement of the heart

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

abnormal dilation of the blood vessel, commonly at the site of a weakness or a tear in the vessel wall

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

narrowing or constriction of the diameter of an artery

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

formation of a blood clot within a blood vessel

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

hardening or thickening of the arterial walls causing insufficient blood flow

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

excessive development of the breast in male

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

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Study Notes

Respiratory System

  • Difficulty swallowing is a symptom related to respiratory issues
  • Free discharge of thin nasal mucus may indicate respiratory problems
  • Coughing out or expectoration of blood or bloody sputum from the lungs is a severe symptom
  • Vomiting of blood is a critical symptom related to respiratory issues
  • Increased carbon dioxide level in the blood is a sign of respiratory distress
  • Breathing exercises, such as breathing in slowly through the nose and out through the lips, can help with respiratory issues

Thoracic Cage Deformities

  • Increased antero-posterior chest diameter, where ribs appear horizontal at an angle greater than 45 degrees with the spinal column, is a deformity
  • Funnel-shaped chest and depressed lower sternum are types of thoracic cage deformities
  • Pigeon chest, characterized by an anteriorly displaced sternum, is another type of deformity
  • Abnormally increased inward curvature of the lower region of the spine is a type of deformity
  • Excessive outward curvature of the thoracic region of the spine is another type of deformity
  • Lateral deviation of the spine and elevation of the scapula with an S-shaped spine can limit lung expansion

Respiratory Disorders

  • Accumulation of air in the lungs is a condition that can lead to respiratory distress
  • Accumulation of fluids in the lungs is a life-threatening condition
  • Consolidation of lung tissues, commonly caused by bacterial or viral infections, is a serious condition
  • COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) is a progressive lung disease

Cardiovascular System

  • A sound heard over an artery or vascular channel, reflecting turbulence of flow, is a sign of abnormal narrowing of an artery
  • Accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity is a sign of cardiovascular distress
  • Enlargement of the liver and spleen are signs of cardiovascular disease
  • A rumbling sound made by the movement of gas in the intestine is a sign of gastrointestinal issues
  • Absence of muscle tone is a sign of neurological disorders

Cardiac Conditions

  • Strong outward thrust of the chest walls during systole along the left sternal border is a sign of RVH (Right Ventricular Hypertrophy)
  • Openings are narrowed, increasing velocity of blood flow, which can cause audible vibrations
  • Palpable vibration over the precordium is a sign of loud cardiac murmurs
  • Visible vibration over the precordium is a sign of forceful cardiac contractions
  • Enlargement of the heart is a sign of cardiovascular disease
  • Abnormal dilation of the blood vessel is a sign of cardiovascular disease
  • Narrowing or constriction of the diameter of an artery is a sign of cardiovascular disease
  • Formation of a blood clot within a blood vessel is a life-threatening condition
  • Hardening or thickening of the arterial walls causing insufficient blood flow is a sign of cardiovascular disease
  • Excessive development of the breast in male is a sign of hormonal imbalance

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