Title: Respiratory
1Respiratory
- Medical Surgical Nursing
- P10B
2Nasal Cavity
- Location
- Btw mouth cranium
- Function
- Remove foreign bodies
- Warm
- Moisten
- Olfactory
3Nasal Cavity
- Contains
- Cilia
- Hair-like
- Sensitive nerve endings
- Sneeze
4Para-Nasal Sinuses
- Description
- 4 pairs
- Facial area
- Continuous w/ nasal cavity
- Function
- Speech
5Pharynx (throat)
- Passageway
- Food liquids ?
- Digestive tract
- Air ?
- Respiratory tract
- Lowest portion
- Opens into 2 space
6Pharynx (throat)
- Location
- Behind nasal cavity
- Contains
- Adenoids
- Tonsils
- Lymph system
- Eustachian tubes
7Larynx (voice box)
- Location
- Btw pharynx trachea
- Function
- Vocalization
- Facilitates cough/sneeze
8Larynx (voice box)
- Epiglottis
- Gateway / trap door
- Flap of elastic cartilage
- Thyroid cartilage
- Adams apple
9Larynx (voice box)
10Trachea (Windpipe)
- Location
- Btw larynx bronchi
- Description
- 4-5 inches long
- Palpate
- Above sternal notch
- C-shaped rings of cartilage
11Trachea (Windpipe)
12Bronchi
- Location
- Below trachea
- Center of chest
- Behind the heart
- Branches into 2 tubes
- Rt
- h diameter
- More vertical
- Shorter in length
13Question?
- Mr. Henderson had a CVA 5 days ago and is having
some difficulty swallowing. There is some
question that he may have aspirated some food and
developed pneumonia. What side pneumonia would
you except him to have? - A. Right sided
- B. Left sided
14Lungs
- Location
- Thoracic cage
- Description
- Airtight
- Mult. Air sacs
- Rt
- 3 lobes
- Lf
- 2 lobes
15Lungs
- Bronchi
- Bronchial tree
- Bronchioles
- No cilia
- No cartilage
- Patency d/t
- elastic recoil of the smooth muscles
- alveolar pressure
16Lungs
- Alveolar ducts
- Smallest tubes
- Alveoli
- Functional unit
- Air sacs
- Gas exchange
- Surrounded by pulm. Capillaries
17Lungs
- Alveoli
- Thin membrane
- Tendency to collapse
- Alveolar Pressure
- surfactant
18Pleural membrane
- Location
- Surrounds surface of lung interior wall of
thorax - Function
- Protects
- Neg. pressure
- Allows movement (i friction)
19Pleural membrane
- Pleural space/cavity
- Btw
- Contains fluid
20Mediastinum
- Location
- Space btw lungs
- Contains
- Heart
- Large blood vessels
- Esophagus
- Trachea
- Bronchi
21Diaphragm
- Location
- Muscle btw lungs abd. Cavity
- Aids in resp
22Skeletal System
- Ribs
- 12 pairs
- Thoracic cage
- Sternum
23Pulmonary circulation
- Main function of resp. system is to deviler O2 to
the blood remove CO2 from it. - Pulm. Art.
- CO2 / deoxygenated
- Pulm vein
- O2 / oxygenated
24Blood flow heart and lungs
- Inf/sup vena cave
- Rt atrium
- Tricuspid
- Rt ventricle
- Pulm
- Pulm art
- Pulm cap
- Pulm vein
- Lt atrium
- Bicuspid / mitral
- Left venticle
- Aorta
25Small Group Questions
- Name the structures that air flows past on its
way to the lungs - What is the function of the epiglottis?
- What are the supporting structures of the
trachea? - Where in the circulation of blood do you find
deoxygenated blood?
26- How many lobes do the rt and lf lungs each have?
- What is the purpose of the serous fluid btw the
pleural membranes?
27Processes of respirations
- Ventilation
- Movement of air in out of the the
tracheobronchial tree. Delivering O2 to the
alveoli removing CO2 - Perfusion
- Blood flow in the capillary bed in the lungs
- Diffusion
- Movement of gases (O2 CO2) across the alveoli
membrane - Flows from area of greater concentration to
lesser concentration
28Patient airway
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32Changes assoc. with aging
- Cartilage hardens
- Muscles weaker
- i cough reflex
- i elasticity
33Assessment Subjective
- Nasal Congestion
- Sore throat
- Change in voice
- Difficulty breathing
- Orthopnea
- Pain
- Cough
- Sputum
- Affect on ADLs
34History
- Physical problems
- Function problems
- Life style
- Smoking
- Family Hx
- Occupation hx
- Allergens / environment
- Anxiety
35Inspection
- Normal chest
- 2x as wide as deep
- Anterior/posterior diameter
- 12
36Inspection
- Barrel chest
- D/t over inflation of lungs
- anterior-posterior diameter
- 22
37Inspection
- Kyphosis
- AKA
- Hunchback
- Abnormal curvature of the thoracic spine
38Inspection
- Lordosis
- AKA
- Sway-back
- Abnormal curvature of the lumbar spine
39Inspection
- Uniform expansion of the chest
- Intercostal spaces
40Inspection
- Shoulder rise
- Accessory muscles
- Posture
41Inspection
- Trachea
- midline
- Color
- LOC
- Emotional state
42Inspection Breathing patterns
- Rate
- Eupnea
- Normal
- 12-20 / min
- Tachypnea
- h rate
- Bradypnea
- i rate
43Inspection Breathing patterns
- Depth
- Hyperventilation
- h depth rate
- Hypoventilation
- i depth rate
44Auscultation
- Purpose
- Asses air flow through bronchial tree
- Procedure
- Diaphragm of stethoscope
- Superior ? inferior
- Compare rt to lf
45Auscultation Results
- Normal
- Vesicular
- Lung field
- Soft and low
- Bronchial
- Trachea bronchi
- Hollow
46Auscultation Results
- Adventitious
- Crackles
- air ? bronchi with secretions
- Fine crackles
- Air ? suddenly reinflated
- Course Crackles
- Moist
47Auscultation Results
- Wheezes
- Sonorous wheezes
- Deep low pitched
- Snoring
- Caused by air ? narrowed passages
- D/t h secretions
- Sibilant Wheezes
- High pitched
- Whistle-like
- Caused by air ? narrowed passages
- D/t constriction
- Asthma
48Early late signs of hypoxia
- Anxiety
- Bradycardia
- Cyanosis
- Depressed respirations
- Diaphoresis
- Disorientation
- Dyspnea
- Restlessness
- Headache
- Agitation
- Poor judgment
- Retraction
- Tachycardia
- Tachypnea
49Dyspnea
- Definition
- SOB
- SOB, flat affect, BS x 4
50Dyspnea
- Significance
- Common with cardiac resp. disease
51Dyspnea
- Orthopnea
- Sit up to breath
- COPD
- CHF
52Dyspnea
- Right ventricle
- If chronic airway resistance ?
- h pressure ?
- Rt ventricle h work ?
- Rt. Vent damage
53Dyspnea
- Nrs Management
- Find cause
- Give O2
- HOB h
- Communication
- KISS
54Cough
- Definition
- To expel air from the lungs suddenly
- Irritation of mucous membrane
55Cough
- Significance
- Infection
- Irritants
- Protective mechanism
56Cough
- Nrs management
- Assess
- Describe
- Directed
- Pain control
- Splinting
- Infection control
- Suppressants / Anti-tussives
57Sputum Production
- Definition
- Matter discharged from resp. track that contains
mucus and pus, blood, fibrin, or bacteria
58Sputum Production
- Significance
- Purulent
- Thick, yellow/green
- Bacteria
59Sputum Production
- Nrs Management
- Thick
- Hydrate
- h water
- Nebulizer
- Humidifier
- TCDB
- No smoking
- Oral care
- h Appetite
60Do You Know?????
- What breath sound would you expect to hear on a
patient with increased sputum production? - Vesicular
- Crackles
- Sonorous wheezes
- Sibilant wheezes
61Obtaining a sputum specimen
- Explain
- From lungs
- Sterile cup
- Deep breath x 3 ?
- Cough deeply
- Expectorate
- Best time for specimen collection?
- AM
62Chest pain
- Significance
- Cardiac or pulmonary
63Chest pain
- Nrs Management
- Assess
- Analgesics OK, but
- Position for pain
- Affected side
- Splint
64Hemoptysis
- Definition
- Expectoration of blood from the respiratory tract
65Hemoptysis
- Significance
- Pulm or cardiac
66Hemoptysis
- Hemoptysis
- Definition?
- Coughed up blood
- From?
- Pulm hemorrhage
- Description
- Pink, red, mixed with sputum
- Hematemesis
- Definition?
- Vomited blood
- From?
- Stomach / GI
- Description
- Coffee ground
67Hemoptysis
- Nrs Management
- Determine source
- Serious
68Cyanosis
- Definition
- Bluish coloring of skin
69Dx tests
70Pulse Oximeter
- Purpose
- Noninvasive O2 Sat
- Normal
- 95-100
- lt85 ?
- Tissue is not receiving enough O2
71Pulse oximeter
- Not reliable in
- Cardiac arrest
- Dyes
- Anemia
72Radiographic exams
- Chest x-ray
- CT scan
- Angiography
- Bronchoscopy
- Thoracoscopy
- Thoracentesis
73Chest x-ray
- Description
- 2-d image
- Purpose
- Fluid
- Tumor
- Foreign bodies
74Chest X-ray
- Nrs management
- Normal heart size clear lung field
75CT Scan
- Description
- Computerize Tomography
- With or without contrast medium
- Purpose
- Tissue
- Tumor
- Foreign bodies
- Fluid
76CT scan
- Nrs management
- Without contrast medium
- No prep
- With contrast medium
- NPO 6 hrs
- Assess for allergies
77Angiography
- Purpose
- Visualize Pulm. Circulation
- Description
- Dye
- Femoral vein ?
- Heart ?
- Pulm Arteries
78Angiography
- Nrs. Management
- Pre-op
- NPO
- Check Allergies
- Shellfish/iodine
- Post-op
- Lie flat 8 hrs
- Sandbag
- Check pedal pulses
- Assess hemorrhaging
- Push fluids
79Bronchoscopy
- Description
- Direct inspection of larynx, trachea bronchi
via flexible tube (fiberoptic) - Purpose
- Examine
- Tissue sample
80Bronchoscopy
- Nrs Management
- Pre-op
- NPO 6-8 hrs
- Sedation
81Bronchoscopy
- Nrs management
- Post-op
- Side-ling until gag back
- NPO till gag back
- Check gag
- Check bleeding
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83Thoracentesis
84Thoracentesis
- Nrs Management
- Position patient
- Support
- Post-op
- Vital signs q 15
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86Sputum studies
87White Blood Cell Count
- Normal
- 5,000 10,000 cell/mm3
- Elevated
- Bacterial infection
- Decreased
- Viral infection
88Hemoglobin
- Normal
- Female 12-16 g/dl
- Male14-18 g/dl
- Elevated
- COPD
- Dehydration
- Decreased
- Anemia
- Hemorrhaging
89Hematocrit
- Normal
- Female 37-47
- Male 42-52
- Elevated
- Dehydration
- Burns
- COPD
- Decreased
- Anemia
- Leukemia
90PTT/PT Partial Thromboplastin Time
91Quiz?
- The main function of platelets is to
- Provide oxygen to tissue
- Fight viral infections
- Fight bacterial infections
- Form a blood clot
- Platelets adhere to one another and play a very
important role in coagulation
92Deep Breathing Coughing
- Airway clearance
- Nrs Dx
- Ineffective airway clearance
- h fluids
- Splinting
- Infection Control
93Oxygen therapy
- Goal
- Provide adequate transport of O2
- i work
- i stress to myocardium
- Need for O2 based on
- ABGs
- Clinical assessment
94Oxygen therapy
- Cautions on O2 tx
- Med!
- Except in an emergency situation is administered
only with Dr. order - Give O2 only to bring the pt back to baseline
- COPD
- WHY?
95Oxygen therapy
- COPD O2
- Normal - CO2 indicator to breath
- COPD O2 indicator to breath
- d/t h CO2 levels burned medulla sensor for CO2
- Medulla uses O2 to initiate breath
96COPD O2
97Oxygen therapy
- Precautions
- Catalyst for combustion
- No smoking sign
- Tanks ? missiles
- No friction toys
98Smoker's home destroyed and neighbor injured
- Kalispell MO, 15 July 2004 A home on Kalispell's
west side was extensively damaged Wednesday
morning by a fire that was probably started by a
cigarette and was accelerated by oxygen from
medical oxygen tanks. A neighbor, who was trying
to help was knocked down by the explosion of one
oxygen tank, which also caused temporary hearing
loss for a police officer. - A report by F. Ray Ruffatto of the fire
department's prevention division said that while
the exact cause of the fire is still
undetermined, "initial investigation indicates
the fire may be the result of carelessly
discarded smoking materials."
99Smoker dies in house fire
- Hudson MA 21 July 2004
- The victim of yestrerday's fire died after
suffering second- and third-degree burns from a
devastating blaze at her Manning Street home
Sunday. - The resident was a smoker, according to State
Fire Marshal Stephen Coan, and he said the
combination of cigarettes and the multiple oxygen
tanks in the home either caused or exacerbated
the fire. - She was in critical condition after being pulled
from the house by a neighbor and then died
yesterday at UMass Memorial Medical Center,
University Campus in Worcester. - The combination of oxygen tanks and cigarettes
have sparked fires that since 1997 have killed 16
people in the state and caused severe burns or
smoke inhalation in 20, said Coan.
100- The nurse is to teach a client with Chronic
Obstructed Pulmonary Disease safety precautions
for using oxygen at home. The nurse knows that
the client understands the safety principles
discussed when he says the following - "Smoking is permitted when oxygen is in use."
- "Fire extinguishers do not need to be stored."
- "Acetone, oil, and alcohol are appropriate
substances to use with clients who are using
oxygen." - "Avoid materials that generate static
electricity."
101- A client is being discharged and will receive
oxygen therapy at home. The nurse is teaching
the client and family oxygen safety measures.
Which of the following statements by the cleint
indicated the need for further teaching? - I realize that I should check the oxygen level of
the portable tank on a consistent basis - I will keep my scented candles within 5 feet of
my oxygen tank - I will not sit in front of my wood-burning
fireplace with my oxygen on. - I will call the physician if I experience any
shortness of breath
102- A cyanotic client with an unknown diagnosis is
admitted to the emergency room. In relation to
oxygen, the first nursing action would be to - Wait until the clients lab work is done (ABGs)
- Not administer oxygen unless ordered by the
physician - Administer oxygen at 2 Liters flow per minute
- Administer oxygen at 10 Liters flow per minute
and check the clients nail beds frequently
103Oxygen
- Side effects
- O2 ?
- Hyper or hypo ventilation?
- Hypoventilation ?
104Method of O2 Administration
- Nasal Cannula
- Flow rate
- 1-6 L/min
- FiO2
- 20-40
- Nrs
- Talk eat
- Comfort
- Nose breather
105Method of O2 Administration
- Simple Mask
- Flow rate
- 6-10 L/min
- FiO2
- 40-60
- Nrs
- Higher flow rate
106Method of O2 Administration
- Partial Re-breather Mask (Reservoir)
- Flow rate
- 6-10 L/min
- FiO2
- 60-100
- Nrs
- Uses reservoir to capture some exhaled gas for
rebreathing - Vents allow room air to mix with O2
107Method of O2 Administration
- Non-rebreather Mask
- Flow rate
- 6-10 L/min
- FiO2
- 70-100
108Method of O2 Administration
- Nrs
- Side vents closed
- Reservoir vent closed for I, open for E
- Reservoir bag stores O2 for I but does not allow
E air in - Reservoir never collapse to lt½
109Method of O2 Administration
- Venturi
- Flow rate
- 4-8
- FiO2
- 20-40
- Nrs.
- Precise of O2
- i.e. COPD
110- Which one of the following conditions could lead
to an inaccurate pulse oximetry reading if the
sensor is attached to the clients ear? - Artificial nails
- Vasodilation
- Hypothermia
- Movement of the head
111- A nurse is having difficulty setting up
humidified oxygen at 40 per Venturi mask and
does not know how many liters of flow she should
use. Which of the following actions is most
appropriate to ensure safe oxygen administration?
- Consult with a respiratory therapist.
- Look at the package directions and try to figure
it out. - Ask the nursing assistant how to set it up.
- Use a regular oxygen mask.
112When oxygen therapy via nasal cannula is ordered
for a patient, the first action by the nurse is
to
- Post an oxygen in use sign on the door to the
room - Adjust the oxygen level before applying the
cannula - Explain the rules of fire safety and oxygen use
- Lubricate the nares with water-soluble jelly
113The nurse is beginning the shift and is assessing
the oxygen exchange on a neonate. The nurse
reviews the chart for pulse oximetry reading for
the last 8 hours.
Time 7am 9am 11am 1am 3am
Reading 95 90 90 85 80
114- The pulse oximetry reading at 330 PM is 75.
What should the nurse do first? - Administer oxygen via mask
- Swaddle the neonate in heated blankets
- Reassess the oximetry reading in 30 minutes
- Draw blood gases for oxygen and carbon dioxide
levels.
115Nebulizer Mist Treatment
- Deliver Moisture OR medication directly into the
lungs - Topical i systemic S/E
- Indications
- Must be able to deep breath
116Nebulizer Mist Treatment
- Meds
- Bronchodilators
- Albuteral (ventolin)
- Corticosteroids
- Mucolytic agents
- Acetylcysteine
- Antibiotics
117Metered Dose Inhaler
- Admin. Topical meds directly into the lungs
- i systemic S/E
- Meds
- Corticosteroids
- Bronchodilators
- Mast cell inhibitors
118Metered Dose Inhaler
- Procedure
- Canister into unit correctly
- Shake gently
- Hold inhaler breath out slowly (not into
inhaler)
119Metered Dose Inhaler
- Place mouthpiece into your mouth
- Close lips around it
- Tilt head back
- Keep tongue out of way
- Press top of the canister firmly breath in
through your mouth
120Metered Dose Inhaler
- Remove inhaler from mouth
- Hold breath for several seconds
- Breath out slowly
121Metered Dose Inhaler
- Rinse your mouth afterward to help reduce
unwanted side effects
122- The nurse is teaching a client with asthma about
the proper use of a metered-dose inhaler. Which
statement by the client indicates that the
teaching was effective? - "I'll flex my head forward and breathe out
forcefully before inhaling the drug." - "As I press down on the canister, I'll inhale
slowly over 10 seconds." - "I'll hold my breath for 5 seconds after inhaling
the drug to allow the drug to reach my lungs." - "I'll wait one minute between puffs."
123Incentive Spirometry
- Device enc. Deep breath
- Prevent tx Atelectasis
- Procedure
- Inhale!
124Nursing Diagnosis- Respiration
- Airway Clearance, ineffective
- Aspiration, risk for
- Breathing Pattern, ineffective
- Gas Exchange, impaired
125Ineffective Airway Clearance
- R/T
- Artificial airway
- Excessive or thick secretions
- Inability to cough effectiviely
- Infection
- Obstruction / restriction
- Pain
- Other
126Ineffective Airway Clearance
- AMB (AEB)
- Ineffective cough
- Inability to remove airway secretions
- Abnormal breath sounds
- Abnormal respiratory rate, rythm depth
127Ineffective Airway Clearance
- Plan / Outcome / Goal
- Maintain patent airway AEB
- Clear breath sounds
- Respiratory easy and unlabored
- Normal respiratory rate
128Ineffective Airway ClearanceNursing interventions
- Encourage fluids
- Facilitate airway clearance
- Deep breathing
- Pursed lips
- Incentive spirometry
- Cough Aerosol therapy
- Chest physiotherapy
- Assess respiratory rate, depth, rhythm, effort
and breath sounds - Position HOB elevated
- Promote optimum level of activity for best
possible lung expansion - Ambulate / Chair
- Turn/reposition
- Suction prn
129COPD - overview
- COPD?
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Broad classifications of disease
130COPD
- Characterized by
- airflow limitation
- Irreversible
- Dyspnea on exertion
- Progressive
- Abn. inflammatory response of the lungs to
noxious particles or gases
131Pathophysiology
- Noxious particles of gas ?
- Inflammatory response ?
- Narrowing of airway
132Pathophysiology
- Inflammation ?
- Thickening of the wall of the pulmonary
capillaries - (Smoke damage inflammatory process)
133COPD
- Includes
- Emphysema
- Chronic bronchitis
- Does not include
- Asthma
134COPD - FYI
- COPD 4th leading cause of death in the US
- 12th leading cause of disability
- Death from COPD is on the rise while death from
heart disease is going down
135COPD
- Risk Factors for COPD
- Exposure to tobacco smoke
- 80-90 of COPD
- Passive smoking
- Occupational exposure
- Air pollution
136COPD risk factors
- 1
- Smoking
- Why is smoking so bad??
- ? phagocytes
- ? cilia function
- ? mucus production
137Chronic Bronchitis
- Disease of the airway
- Definition
- cough sputum production
- gt 3 months
138Chronic Bronchitis
- Pathophysiology
- Pollutant irritates airway ?
- Inflammation
- h secretion of mucus
139Chronic Bronchitis
- Plugs become areas for bacteria to grow and
chronic infections which increases mucus
secretions and eventually, areas of focal
necrosis and fibrosis
140Chronic Bronchitis
- Bronchial walls thicken
- Bronchial Lumen narrows
- Mucus plugs airway
- Alveoli/bronchioles become damaged
- ? susceptibility to LRI
141What do you think?
- Exacerbation of Chronic bronchitis is most likely
to occur during? - Fall
- Spring
- Summer
- Winter
142Emphysema
- Pathophysiology
- Affects alveolar membrane
- Destruction of alveolar wall
- Loss of elastic recoil
- Over distended alveoli
143Emphysema
- Pathophysiology
- Over distended alveoli?
- Damage to adjacent pulmonary capillaries
- h dead space
- Impaired passive expiration
- ? Impaired gas exchange
144Emphysema
- Impaired gas exchange
- impaired expiration
- Hypoxemia
- h CO2
145Emphysema
- Damaged pulmonary capillary bed
- h pulmonary pressure ?
- h work load for right ventricle ?
- Right side heart failure
146COPD Compare and contrast
- Chronic Bronchitis is a disease of the
___________? - Airway
- Emphysema is a disease affecting the ___________?
- Alveoli
147C.O.P.D.
- Risk factors, SS, treatment, Dx, Rx
- - same for Chronic Bronchitis Emphysema
148C.O.P.D.
- Clinical Manifestation (primary)
- Cough
- Sputum production
- Dyspnea on exertion
- (Secondary)
- Wt. loss
- Resp. infections
- Barrel chest
149C.O.P.D.Nrs. Assessment
- Risk factors
- Past Hx / Family Hx
- Pattern of development
- Presence of comobidities
- Current Tx
- Impact
150- ABGs
- Baseline PaO2
- Rule out other diseases
- CT scan
- X-ray
151C.O.P.D. Medical Management
- Risk reduction
- Smoking cessation!
- (The only thing that slows down the progression
of the disease!)
152C.O.P.D. Rx. therapy
- Primary
- Bronchodilators
- Corticosteriods
- Secondary
- Antibiotics
- Mucolytic agents
- Anti-tussive agents
153Bronchodilators
- Action
- Relieve bronchospasms
- Reduce airway obstruction
- ? ventilation
154Bronchodilators
- Examples
- Albuterol (Proventil, Ventolin, Volmax)
- Metaproterenol (Alupent)
- Ipratropium bromide (Atrovent)
- Theophylline (Theo-Dur)
-
- Oral
155Glucocorticoids
- Action
- Potent anti-inflammatory agent
156Corticsteriods
- S/E
- Cushing
- Moon face
- Na H20 retention
- Never discontinue abruptly
157- What affect do corticosteroids have of blood
sugar levels?
158Glucocorticoids
- Examples
- Prednisone
- Methyprednisone
- Beclovent
159C.O.P.D. Medical Management
- Treatment
- O2
- When PaO2 lt 60 mm Hg
- Pulmonary rehab
- Breathing exercises
- Pulmonary hygiene
160Nursing Management
- Impaired gas exchange
- Ineffective airway clearance
- Ineffective breathing patterns
- Activity intolerance
- Deficient knowledge about self-care
- Ineffective coping
161Exercise has which of the following effects on
clients with asthma, chronic bronchitis and
emphysema?
- It enhances cardiovascular fitness
- It improves respiratory muscle strength
- It reduces the number of acute attacks
- It worsens respiratory function and is discouraged