Fev1 - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

What is a normal FEV1 in a normal healthy adult? This is an exact statistical percentage value. correct answer: - 83% What shape of the flow-volume loop is typical for the patient with a fixed upper airway obstruction? correct answer: -Box shaped Which volumes or capacities cannot be measured by simple Spirometry? correct answer: (FRC, TLC, RV) Exam FRC and RV When an SVC is significantly larger than a FVC, what does this indicate? correct answer: An Obstruction is present What i...

RRT Clin Sims- Lindsey Jones Latest Update Graded A+ Information Gathering - Emphysema: (Abnormal condition of the alveoli resulting destruction and loss of elasticity.) LEVEL I : Cyanosis, Barrel chest, increased A-P diameter, Accessory muscle use, Digital clubbing of the nail beds, Significant history of smoking and/or occupational exposure to smoke or other pulmonary irritant LEVEL II : Dyspnea, Wheezing breath sounds LEVEL III : Chest X-ray—flattened diaphragms, hyperlucency,...

NR601 Midterm Questions and Answers Already Passed 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 exercis...

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 _...

DOT Certification Exam Questions and Answers 2023 What are the differences between the medical standards and the medical guidelines? Standards/regulations are law. Guidelines are best practices. In which regulation(s) are the driver physical qualification standards cited? 49 CFR 391.41 In which regulation(s) are the medical examiners responsibilities cited? 49 CFR 391.43 What objective tests and measurements are required as part of the driver physical examination? ...

What are the 3 primary physiological changes of aging? (Ans- 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? (Ans- 30min/day 5 days/wk of moderate exercise. If trying to lose wt:...

Respiratory Therapy - Lindsey Jones/Clinical Simulations Latest Update Graded A+ Information Gathering - Emphysema: (Abnormal condition of the alveoli resulting destruction and loss of elasticity.) LEVEL I : Cyanosis, Barrel chest, increased A-P diameter, Accessory muscle use, Digital clubbing of the nail beds, Significant history of smoking and/or occupational exposure to smoke or other pulmonary irritant LEVEL II : Dyspnea, Wheezing breath sounds LEVEL III : Chest X-ray—flatte...

CMN 568 FINAL EXAM QUESTIONS WITH ALL CORRECT ANSWERS Asthma - Diagnostic testing - Answer-Under age 5 - diagnosed based on clinical judgement and assessment of symptoms (unable to cooperate with PFT's) Pulmonary functions tests/spirometry CXR not usually needed unless r/o pneumonia during exacerbation Allergy testing may be used to ID triggers Pulmonary Function Tests - Answer-FEV1 - Forced expiratory volume in 1 second FVC - Forced vital capacity FEV1/FVC ratio - compared to referen...

NSG 6420 MIDTERM EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS COPD Stage I -Answer-MILD FEV1/FVC <70% FEV1</80% *Chronic cough/sputum production *Pt unaware lung function is abnormal COPD Stage II -Answer-MODERATE FEV1/FVC <70% FEV1 50-80% SOB with exertion Cough and sputum production present COPD Stage III -Answer-SEVERE FEV1/FVC < 70% FEV1 30-50% Greater SOB Reduced exercise capacity Fatigue Repeated exacerbations with impact on QOL COPD Stage IV -Answer-VERY SEVERE FEV1/FVC<70...

MCCQE Exam with Complete Solutions 100% Solved Diagnosing adult asthma ️️1. Gold standard = PFTs showing reduced FEV1/FEV and > 11% increase in FEV1 with SABA or ICS course 2. PEF (peak expiratory flow) - >20% improvement in PEF with SABA or ICS course 3. Positive challenge test - methacholine challenge or > 10% drop in FEV1 with exercise Asthma medications ️️All patients: 1. SABA (salbutamol) PRN 2. ICS If insufficient control: 1. Increase ICS dose 2. Add LABA or...