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...]
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...]
S2 E053 Restrictive Lung Diseases and what to avoid on your breaks.
Restrictive Pulmonary Disease Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis The development of scar tissue within the lungs Clinical presentation DyspneaDry coughChest discomfort Labs, Studies and Physical Exam Findings Fine crackles at the bases may be presentFEV1 is reducedFVC is reducedLung … [Read more...]
S2 E052 CF & why key terms aren’t enough
Bronchiectasis Irreversible thickening of the bronchial tubes caused by destruction of the tissueCauses Cystic fibrosis causes 50% of casesRecurrent infectionAutoimmune diease Recurrent pneumonia is a serious complication Clinical Presentation Chronic productive coughHemoptysisPleuritic … [Read more...]
S2 E051 COPD & Asthma (and my best advice for struggling)
Obstructive Lung Diseases Spirometry The most used pulmonary function test. It measures volume and speed of exhalation and inspiration. Total lung capacity (TLC) The volume of the lungs at maximal inflation Tidal volume The volume of air moved into and out of the lungs during normal resting … [Read more...]
