NURS 3102 Quiz: COPD
16 Feb 2017
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1: interpret the following abg results, ph 7. 32 (low), paco2 31 mm hg (low), hco3 10 meq/l (low), Copd is a disease characterized by airflow limitation that is not fully reversible. May include diseases that cause airflow obstruction (emphysema, chronic bronchitis) or a combination of these. The airflow limitation is both progressive and associated with an abnormal inflammatory response to noxious particles or gases. Asthma was previously included in a diagnosis, but is now considered a separate condition, though it may occur simultaneously with copd. Smoking/exposure to tobacco smoke the risk for copd. Occupational exposure to dust and chemical irritate and inflame the lungs. Copd is characterized by 3 primary symptoms: cough, sputum production, dyspnea on exertion. Dyspnea is the primary symptom - initially with exertion, but as the disease progresses at rest as well. Coughing - generally worse in the morning. Wheezing - worsens with activity tachypnea tachycardia. Chest auscultation: wheezes, crackles, and diminished lung sounds.
