Respiration and Respiratory Failure
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Respiration and Respiratory Failure

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What is the primary function of respiration?

Exchanging oxygen and carbon dioxide

Which type of respiratory failure is characterized by inadequate oxygen transfer to the blood?

Hypoxemic respiratory failure

What is a common cause of chronic respiratory failure?

Spinal cord injuries

Which type of respiratory failure has high levels of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the blood?

<p>Hypercapnic respiratory failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

In chronic respiratory failure, what is the distinguishing factor from acute respiratory failure?

<p>Longer duration of symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a condition that can lead to acute respiratory failure?

<p>Drug or alcohol overdose</p> Signup and view all the answers

What diagnostic studies are recommended for a patient presenting with sudden decrease in oxygen or rapid increase in carbon dioxide?

<p>Chest x-ray and Echocardiography</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of the treatment plan mentioned in the text?

<p>Physical therapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Oxygen Therapy as mentioned in the text?

<p>To provide the body with extra oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as a complication of acute respiratory failure in the text?

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

What is a key aspect of Nursing Management for patients with respiratory issues?

<p>Ensuring airway clearness</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some common clinical manifestations of a serious condition related to respiratory issues according to the text?

<p>Confusion, tachycardia, cyanosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

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