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1. Which statement best describes how empyema Bacteria often cause an accu-
should be explained to an individual when asked? mulation of fluid in the pleural
cavity that is heavy with pus.
Bacterial infections result in
the development of pus,
which can be seen in fluid
present in the plural cavity
with bacterial pneumonia.
2. An incoming individual is interviewed for possible Smoking history
risks for pleural effusion based on the diagnosis of Chronic smoking is a con-
pneumonia. Which would the interviewer be looking tributing factor that increases
for while taking a history? the risk for pulmonary ede-
ma.
Exposure to asbestos Expo-
sure to asbestos, specifical-
ly chronic exposure, increases
the risk of developing pleural
effusion.
History of lung disease or
cancer Certain lung diseases
or malignancies are underly-
ing causes of pleural effusion;
thus, a history of these in-
creases the risk of develop-
ment.
3. Which should be investigated when assessing for Hypoxia
possible etiology of pulmonary edema in an individ- Hypoxia is a sign that fluid is
ual? accumulating in the lungs be-
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cause oxygen levels are low.
Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma
Disorders affecting the drain-
ing of the lymph system, such
as non-Hodgkin's lymphoma,
are possible causes of pul-
monary edema.
Acute respiratory distress syn-
drome (ARDS) Acute respi-
ratory distress syndrome ex-
acerbates increased capillary
permeability, causing fluid to
collect in the lungs, resulting
in a buildup.
4. Place the sequence of pathophysiology in pleural Fluid accumulates in the
effusion in the correct order. pleural cavity, causing an in-
crease in pressure.
Separation of the pleural and
visceral membranes impairs
lung expansion.
Decreased venous return in
the inferior vena cava causes
increased pressure in the me-
diastinum and a decreased
filling time.
An increase in pressure in
the pleural cavity results in
excess fluid buildup, which
forces movement from capil-
pathophysiology week 6
| Complete Exam Study Guide,
Practice Questions, Answers & ATI
Review Material
, pathophysiology week 6
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1. Which statement best describes how empyema Bacteria often cause an accu-
should be explained to an individual when asked? mulation of fluid in the pleural
cavity that is heavy with pus.
Bacterial infections result in
the development of pus,
which can be seen in fluid
present in the plural cavity
with bacterial pneumonia.
2. An incoming individual is interviewed for possible Smoking history
risks for pleural effusion based on the diagnosis of Chronic smoking is a con-
pneumonia. Which would the interviewer be looking tributing factor that increases
for while taking a history? the risk for pulmonary ede-
ma.
Exposure to asbestos Expo-
sure to asbestos, specifical-
ly chronic exposure, increases
the risk of developing pleural
effusion.
History of lung disease or
cancer Certain lung diseases
or malignancies are underly-
ing causes of pleural effusion;
thus, a history of these in-
creases the risk of develop-
ment.
3. Which should be investigated when assessing for Hypoxia
possible etiology of pulmonary edema in an individ- Hypoxia is a sign that fluid is
ual? accumulating in the lungs be-
, pathophysiology week 6
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Study online at https://quizlet.com/_b2nup1
cause oxygen levels are low.
Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma
Disorders affecting the drain-
ing of the lymph system, such
as non-Hodgkin's lymphoma,
are possible causes of pul-
monary edema.
Acute respiratory distress syn-
drome (ARDS) Acute respi-
ratory distress syndrome ex-
acerbates increased capillary
permeability, causing fluid to
collect in the lungs, resulting
in a buildup.
4. Place the sequence of pathophysiology in pleural Fluid accumulates in the
effusion in the correct order. pleural cavity, causing an in-
crease in pressure.
Separation of the pleural and
visceral membranes impairs
lung expansion.
Decreased venous return in
the inferior vena cava causes
increased pressure in the me-
diastinum and a decreased
filling time.
An increase in pressure in
the pleural cavity results in
excess fluid buildup, which
forces movement from capil-
