Influenza Influenza is an orthomyxovirusMost commonly seen during the fall and winterIncubation period of 18-72 hoursSecondary diseases are a major concern PneumoniaReye’s syndrome Children under 18Biggest risk factors are having the Flu or Varicella and being treated with aspirin30% fatality … [Read more...] about S2 E058 Pulm Infections part 2
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S2 E057 Pulmonary infections Part 1
Acute bronchitis Infection of the large bronchi Most often caused by a virus RSV Rhinovirus Influenza 5-10% are bacterial Usually follows a URI Clinical Presentation Shortness of breath Cough can last for more than three weeks Wheezing Fever Labs, Studies and Physical Exam … [Read more...] about S2 E057 Pulmonary infections Part 1
S2 E056 Pneumonia
Pneumonia Community Acquired Pneumonia From oxford dictionary - Lung inflammation caused by bacterial or viral infection, in which the air sacs fill with pus and may become solid. Inflammation may affect both lungs ( double pneumonia ), one lung ( single pneumonia ), or only certain lobes ( … [Read more...] about S2 E056 Pneumonia
S2 E055 Pulmonary Circ and PA WEEK!
Pulmonary Circulation Pulmonary embolism A blockage of a main artery into the lungs by something that has traveled from somewhere else in the circulatory system Most often associated with a deep venous thrombosis. Risk factors Virchow’s triad Imobility Hypercoagulable state Vessel … [Read more...] about S2 E055 Pulmonary Circ and PA WEEK!
S2 E054 Pleural disease for the PANCE
Pleural effusion Excess fluid accumulation in the pleural cavity which limits breathing by limiting the ability of the lungs to expand. Serous fluidBloodPusUrine? Clinical Presentation DyspneaCoughChest pain Labs, Studies and Physical Exam Findings Bronchial breath soundsEgophony (on … [Read more...] about S2 E054 Pleural disease for the PANCE
