Chapter 13

Define Chronic Bronchitis

Irritation of the major lung passageways from infectious disease or irritants such as smoke.
What conditions could have wheezing associated with them?
- Asthma
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Congestive heart failure/pulmonary edema
- Pneumonia
- Bronchitis
- Anaphylaxis
What are the respiratory signs and symptoms of Asthma?
- Wheezing on inspiration/expiration
- Bronchospasm
What are the respiratory signs and symptoms of Anaphylaxis?

Laryngeal edema with dyspnea
What are the respiratory signs and symptoms of Bronchitis?
- Chronic cough
- Wheezing
- Cyanosis
- Productive cough
What are the respiratory signs and symptoms of Congestive heart failure?
- Rales
- Paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea
What are the respiratory signs and symptoms of Croup?
- Barking cough
- Fexer
- Mostly seen in pediatric patients
What are the respiratory signs and symptoms of Emphysema?
- Barrel Chest
- Pursed lip breathing
- Dyspnea on exertion

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Chapter 13

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Respiratory Emergencies

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2011-12-08T04:20:34Z