Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Exam Review What are the risk factors of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)? Select all that apply. - Answer-*Exposure to pollution *Living with a cigarette smoker The client is admitted with shortness of breath. Which of the following diagnostics studies would help identify lung function and gas exchange caused by chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)? Select all that apply. - Answer-*Arterial blood gas *Chest x-ray *Clinical COPD questionnaire *Spirometry Identify all pertinent findings suggesting an altered gas exchange. - Answer-*RR 25 breaths per minute *HR 105 beats per minute *oxygen saturation of 85% in room air. *albuterol inhaler PRN for shortness of breath *prednisone 20mg daily *oxygen therapy 2LPM *episodes of respiratory distress for the past 2 days. *has increased shortness of breath, he is chronically on oxygen *He takes prednisone daily. 1. Reposition client 2. Encourage deep/pursed lip breathing 3. Oxygen therapy as prescribed 4. Perform percussion, vibration and postural drainage 5. Increase hydration - Answer-1. this will expand the lungs and encourage deeper breathes 2. increases airway pressure and allows COPD clients to expel more air through delayed expiration 3. increases blood oxygen level 4. this will help to break up and remove thick secretions. 5. thins secretions for easier airway clearance The client is admitted with acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Review the medications below and match their medication type. - Answer-1. Short-acting beta agonist (SABA) 2. Long-acting beta agonist (LABA) 3. Short acting antimuscarinic (SAMA) Continues...