Common pfts - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

COPD is airflow limitation that is not fully reversible t/f - True __________ is characterized by reversible airflow obstruction - Asthma Destruction and permanent enlargement of airspaces distal to terminal bronchioles characterized by destruction of alveoli without obvious fibrosis and hyperinflation/air trapping is known as: A. COPD B. Asthma C. Chronic Bronchitis D. Emphysema - D. Emphysema Sputum production daily for 3 or more months for 2 or more years is characteristic of ________...

NR601 MIDTERM 2024 300 COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ALREADY PASSED What are the 3 primary physiological changes of aging? - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Reduced physiological reserve of most body systems, esp. cardiac, resp, renal. 2. Reduced homeostatic mechanisms that fail to adjust regulatory systems (i.e. temp control, fluid/lyte balance, etc.). 3. Impaired immunological function (infection risk is greater, autoimmune dz's more prevalent) What is the preferred amount of exercise for elde...

Pulmonary Function Tests (PFT) Complete Answers Primary Function of the Lungs 1. Oxygenation of mixed venous blood. 2. Removal of carbon dioxide from mixed venous blood. Integrity Factors for Lung Function The primary function of the lungs depends on the integrity of: 1. Airway 2. Pulmonary vasculature 3. Respiratory muscles 4. Respiratory control mechanism Purpose of PFTs PFTs help determine: 1. Presence of disease or abnormal lung function. 2. Extent of dysfunction. ...

Pulmology Family med EOR Exam Questions with Correct Answers Asthma pathophysiology - Answer-airway inflammation, hyperresponsiveness, and reversible airflow obstruction PFTs in asthma - Answer-Decreased FEV1 and therefore a reduced FEV1 to FVC Mild intermittent asthma - Answer-less than 2 times per week or 3 night symptoms per month Mild intermittent asthma treatment - Answer-short acting beta 2 agonist PRN Mild persistent asthma - Answer-more than 2 times per week or 3-4 night sympto...

MN568 Midterm Exam Questions And Answers You are doing a cerumen extraction and touch the external meatus of your pt's ear. He winces and starts coughing. What is the name of this reflex? - ANSWER- Arnold Reflex Sam, age 78, presents to the clinic w/respiratory symptoms. His PFTs are as follows: normal total lung capacity, decreased PaO2, increased PaCO2. On assessment, you auscultate course crackles and forced expiratory wheezes. What is your dx? - ANSWER- Chronic Bronchitis George ha...

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What are the 3 primary physiological changes of aging? 1. Reduced physiological reserve of most body systems, esp. cardiac, resp, renal. 2. Reduced homeostatic mechanisms that fail to adjust regulatory systems (i.e. temp control, fluid/lyte balance, etc.). 3. Impaired immunological function (infection risk is greater, autoimmune dz's more prevalent) What is the preferred amount of exercise for elderly? 30min/day 5 days/wk of moderate exercise. If trying to lose wt: 60min/day. ...

ATI PEDS PROCTORED EXAM STUDY NOTES WITH QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS.a nurse is caring for a child who is in the ER after ingesting a bottle of acetaminophen which of the following meds should the nurse plan to give acetylcysteine -antedote for acetaminophen overdose or poisoning a nurse is teaching the parents of a child who has rheumatic fever. which of the following statements by a parent indicates an understanding of the teaching my child may take aspirin for his joint pain -post cardiac ca...

ACNP-Rosh Review Exam Questions And Answers (Updated And Verified) Possible side effects of Amiodarone - answerside effects include hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism. interstitial lung disease, elevated liver enzymes. When starting a pt of this drug, remember to check TFTs, LFTs, and PFTs. Ankle-brachial index (ABI) - answer Acute appendicitis - answerMost common in 10-19 y/o, RLQ pain, anorexia, N/V, Periumbilical pain that migrates ot RLQ, Fever, Pain at McBurney's Point McBurney's poi...

What are the 3 primary physiological changes of aging? - 1. Reduced physiological reserve of most body systems, esp. Cardiac, resp, renal. 2. Reduced homeostatic mechanisms that fail to adjust regulatory systems (i.e. Temp control, fluid/lyte balance, etc.). 3. Impaired immunological function (infection risk is greater, autoimmune dz's more prevalent) What is the preferred amount of exercise for elderly? - 30min/day 5 days/wk of moderate exercise. If trying to lose wt: 60min/day. W...