Exam (elaborations)
PE Pulm Comprehensive
- Module
- EMSIC - Michigan Study Guide
- Institution
- EMSIC - Michigan Study Guide
PE Pulm Comprehensive
[Show more]
Seller
Follow
Content preview
PE Pulm ComprehensiveWhat are normal pulmonary changes seen wtih aging?
- decrease chest expansion
- greater use of accessory muscles / respiratory muscles
- decreased elasticity of alveoli
- decreased strength of respiratory muscles
- decreased exertional tolerance
- dry mucous membranes leading to infection
What is a barrel chest?
AP diameter= transverse diameter
Ribs horizontal
seen in Arthritis, COPD, asthma
what is pectus carnatum?
(Pigeon Chest) Forward protrusion of the sternum.
over growth of cartilage
what is pectus excavatum?
Funnel chest - marked depression noted in the sternum (sunken in)
displaces heart and lungs, reduced volume for longs to expand
what are retractions of the chest?
the ribs pull in with each breath
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller denicetho. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for £7.16. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
Can Stuvia be trusted?
4.6 stars on Google & Trustpilot (+1000 reviews)
80189 documents were sold in the last 30 days
Founded in 2010, the go-to place to buy revision notes and other study material for 14 years now