WorksheetsOxygenation
Total questions: 5
Worksheet time: 3mins
What processes contribute to asthmatics having difficulty breathing?
The collapsing of alveoli that leads to inability to exchange gases
Inflammation, constriction and an increase in mucus
Inflammation caused by a virus
Gene mutation
What are some signs and symptoms of an asthma exacerbation?
Coughing, wheezing, chest tightness
Decreased O2 saturation, nausea and vomiting
Decreased breath sounds, and course crackles
Chest tightness, and decreased respiratory rate
What medical treatments should we anticipate for a patient diagnosed with an asthma exacerbation?
Corticosteriods, NSAIDs, and incentive spirometry
Respiratory therapy, nebulizer and MDI
Rest, increased humidity, and decreased fluid intake
Bronchodilators, corticosteriods, and Leukotriene modifiers
What are the asthma classifications?
Mild, medium, and severe intermittent
Type 1, Type 2, and Type 3
Mild intermittent, mild , medium, and severe persistent
Green, yellow, red, based off of symptoms
What are some nursing interventions for an asthma exacerbation patient?
Respiratory assessment, antibiotics, and O2
Respiratory assessment, increase fluids and raise the HOB
Respiratory assessment, early ambulation, and detailed health history
Respiratory assessment, assist with feeding, and provide pain control
