,2. Alterations in respiratory functioning
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Hyperventilation
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ventilation excess of that required to eliminate CO2 produced by cellular metabolism
(breathing to fast)
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Answer
exercise, anxiety, panic attack, asthma
Hypoventilation
Answer
alveolar ventilation inadequate to meet bodys oxygen demand or to eliminate sufficient CO2
(breathing to slow or shallow)
-Ex
Answer
overdose from narcotics/opioids
Hypoxia
Answer
inadequate tissue oxygenation at the cellular level (COPD, pneumonia, poor tissue perfusion,
smoke inhalation, high altitudes)
-patients with sudden change in vitals, LOC or behavior are possibly experiencing profound
hypoxia
-patient may be confused, restless, dyspnea
Cyanosis
Answer
blue discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes
-assess skin, nail beds, lips
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,-if darker colored skin look at palms
3. Assessment for airway mangement
Answer
presence of abnormal fluid or air, diaphragmatic excursion
5) Auscultation
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normal and abnormal heart and lung sounds
-abnormal wheezing, crackles
6) Tests
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-Blood specimens (ABGs)
-x-rays (visual of lungs)
-TB skin testing
4. Health promotion for airway management
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