A nasal cannula is a device used to deliver supplemental oxygen to patients.
Respiratory therapists play a role in designing exercise programs to improve lung function and overall health.
These findings demonstrate how an enhanced HCO3 level somewhat offsets the slightly increased acidity caused by a high CO2 level. The reduced PaCO2 indicates ""acute"". The high HCO2 indicates a ""chronic"" condition.
ARDS is a severe lung condition that causes rapid breathing, difficulty getting enough air, and low blood oxygen levels.
White blood cell counts typically fall within a range of 4,500 to 10,000. Since pneumonia is an infectious disease, we would anticipate to find high white blood cell counts of more than 10,000 WBC/mcL. In most cases, bacterial and viral illnesses will increase the WBC count.
The patient must be evaluated when an oxygen saturation warning goes off since pulse oximetry requires precise skin contact and is frequently erroneous because to patient movement, skin hair, patient diaphoresis, or sensor connections. Check the location of the pulse oximetry probe and observe the patient for any indications of respiratory distress. The next action would be to suction the tracheostomy tube if the patient showed signs of distress.
Pneumonia is an infection that can lead to difficulty breathing and may require ventilator support.
The patient is displaying the classic signs and symptoms of chronic bronchitis-related COPD. She does not smoke, but smokers are not the only people who can get this chronic illness. It is also believed that a family history of COPD and ongoing lung irritation are contributing factors. A specific drug regimen cannot be advised due to a lack of information. Fever and an abrupt onset are two common clinical signs of pneumonia. It is not possible to recommend pulmonary rehabilitation until the illness is identified.
Trace amounts of blood on the dressing could be a sign of an infection, granuloma, or another stoma-related issue. While not an emergency, it is crucial that the doctor is informed. The patient record needs to reflect it.
Premature newborns with underdeveloped lungs might require intubation and ventilator support, which respiratory therapists can assist with.
Pulmonary function tests measure how well the lungs are working and can help diagnose respiratory conditions.
Rapid breathing is a common symptom of respiratory distress as the body tries to get more oxygen.
None of the other examinations can quantify FRC. Only when the total lung capacity, which can be determined by body plethysmography or nitrogen washout, is known can the FRC be calculated.
Percussion therapy involves tapping the chest to loosen and help move mucus from the airways.
The patient's medical history and present state point to a ventilation/perfusion issue, possibly a pulmonary embolism. Calculating the Pa and Pa difference reveals this. The clotting disorder suggests that PE might exist. The results of the other tests are not likely to show the existence or absence of a pulmonary embolism.
A Venturi mask delivers a specific oxygen concentration to a patient and is commonly used in respiratory therapy.
