Nursing 106: Module G1 & G2
Upper Respiratory Tract - correct answer Nose
Pharynx
Larynx
Upper trachea
Lower Respiratory Tract - correct answer Lower trachea
Bronchi
Bronchioles
Alveoli
Croup Syndromes - correct answer Infections of the epiglottis or larynx
In infants younger than 3 months..... - correct answer Maternal antibodies offer protection
In infants ages 3-6 months..... - correct answer Infection rate increases as maternal antibodies decrease
In toddlers and preschoolers....... - correct answer There is a high rate of viral infections
What develops with age? - correct answer Increased immunity
Why is the distance between structures shorter? - correct answer Because it allows organisms to move rapidly down respiratory tract
What does short and open Eustachian tubes allow? - correct answer Pathogens easy access to middle ear What are infants? - correct answer Nasal breathers—keep nasal passages clear w/ bulb syringe
Decreased Resistance to Pathogens - correct answer Immune system deficiencies
Allergies
Asthma
Cardiac anomalies
Cystic fibrosis Exposure to infections in daycare
Exposure to second-hand smoke
Common Signs & Symptoms of Respiratory Infections - correct answer Fever
Anorexia
Vomitting
Diarrhea Abdominal pain
Cough
Sore throat
Nasal blockage or discharge Respiratory sounds
*****Signs and symptoms differ in young children
*****Check pulse oximetry
*****Take ALL medications as ordered until done
Nursing Interventions for Respiratory Infections - correct answer *Relieve minor discomfort & ease respiratory effort
*Promote rest and comfort
*Prevent spread of infection—HANDWASHING!!!!!
*Manage fever
*Promote hydration and nutrition
Upper Respiratory Tract - correct answer Nose
Pharynx
Larynx
Upper trachea
Lower Respiratory Tract - correct answer Lower trachea
Bronchi
Bronchioles
Alveoli
Croup Syndromes - correct answer Infections of the epiglottis or larynx
In infants younger than 3 months..... - correct answer Maternal antibodies offer protection
In infants ages 3-6 months..... - correct answer Infection rate increases as maternal antibodies decrease
In toddlers and preschoolers....... - correct answer There is a high rate of viral infections
What develops with age? - correct answer Increased immunity
Why is the distance between structures shorter? - correct answer Because it allows organisms to move rapidly down respiratory tract
What does short and open Eustachian tubes allow? - correct answer Pathogens easy access to middle ear What are infants? - correct answer Nasal breathers—keep nasal passages clear w/ bulb syringe
Decreased Resistance to Pathogens - correct answer Immune system deficiencies
Allergies
Asthma
Cardiac anomalies
Cystic fibrosis Exposure to infections in daycare
Exposure to second-hand smoke
Common Signs & Symptoms of Respiratory Infections - correct answer Fever
Anorexia
Vomitting
Diarrhea Abdominal pain
Cough
Sore throat
Nasal blockage or discharge Respiratory sounds
*****Signs and symptoms differ in young children
*****Check pulse oximetry
*****Take ALL medications as ordered until done
Nursing Interventions for Respiratory Infections - correct answer *Relieve minor discomfort & ease respiratory effort
*Promote rest and comfort
*Prevent spread of infection—HANDWASHING!!!!!
*Manage fever
*Promote hydration and nutrition
