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NSG 124 AsthmaWhich condition is reversible - asthma or COPD? 
asthma; asthma comes & goes with flare-ups in the form of asthma attacks & these ARE REVERSIBLE! 
 
 
what is another key difference between asthma and COPD? 
COPD affects the airways AND the alveoli, it is not reversible. 
 
Asthma affects only the airways and it IS reversible. 
 
 
how are asthma attacks/episodes reversed? 
spontaneously or with treatment 
 
 
define asthma 
A chronic inflammatory disorder of the airways (bronchi a...
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NSG 124 AsthmaWhich condition is reversible - asthma or COPD? 
asthma; asthma comes & goes with flare-ups in the form of asthma attacks & these ARE REVERSIBLE! 
 
 
what is another key difference between asthma and COPD? 
COPD affects the airways AND the alveoli, it is not reversible. 
 
Asthma affects only the airways and it IS reversible. 
 
 
how are asthma attacks/episodes reversed? 
spontaneously or with treatment 
 
 
define asthma 
A chronic inflammatory disorder of the airways (bronchi a...
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188 NBRC TMC Review Exam Questions and Answers. 2022/2023. Rated A
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188 NBRC TMC Review Exam Questions and Answers. 2022/2023. Rated A 
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188 NBRC TMC Review Exam Questions and Answers What is the equation for RSBI (Rapid Shallow Breathing Index)? - RR / Vt(L) What does CaO2 stand for? - Total arterial oxygen content What is the equ ation for Totally Arterial Oxygen Content? - (Hb x 1.34 x SaO2) + (PaO2 x 0.003) What is the equation for pack years? - Pack years = # packs/day X # years smoked What is the equation for total am...
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NSG 124 Asthma Herzing University - Question and answers verified to passNSG 124 Asthma 
 
 
Which condition is reversible - asthma or COPD? 
asthma; asthma comes & goes with flare-ups in the form of asthma attacks & these ARE REVERSIBLE! 
 
 
what is another key difference between asthma and COPD? 
COPD affects the airways AND the alveoli, it is not reversible. 
 
Asthma affects only the airways and it IS reversible. 
 
 
how are asthma attacks/episodes reversed? 
spontaneously or with treatmen...
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Arizona State University BIO 202 Exam 1 Questions and Answers Already Passed
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define asthma 
: chronic inflammatory disorder of the airways 
4 risk factors for asthma 
: family history 
allergen exposure 
living in urban areas 
exposure to air pollution 
two triggers for asthma 
: Respiratory infection 
Pollution 
discuss how spirometry testing is used in the diagnosis of asthma 
: It measures the amount of air you're able to breathe in and out and its rate of flow 
describe the three major features of asthmatic airways 
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: Obstruction. Inflammation. 
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TEST BANK FOR FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING 9TH EDITION BY TAYLOR_ 2023 Complete all chapters 1-46 ,Answered with rationales
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Fundamentals of Nursing 9th Edition by Taylor, Lynn, Bartlett Test Bank | Chapter 1-46 |Complete Guide A+ Fundamentals of Nursing 9th Edition by Taylor, Lynn, Bartlett Test Bank Professional Nursing 1 (Youngstown State University) Chapter 1 Introduction to Nursing Chapter 2 Theory, Research, and Evidence- Based Practice Chapter 3 Health, Illness, and Disparities Chapter 4 Health of the Individual, Family, and Community Chapter 5 Cultural Diversity Chapter 6 Values, Ethics, and Advocacy Chapter 7...
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NPC: Cardiopulmonary Assessment and Diagnostics - Wilkins Ch. 1, 2, 3 Questions & Answers Rated 100% Correct
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A coughs effectiveness is reduced when____ - 1. Weakness of inspiratory or expiratory muscles 
2. Inability of the glottis to open or close correctly 
3. Obstruction, collapsibility, or alteration in the shape of the airways 
4. Decrease in lung recoil 
5. Abnormal amount of mucus production 
Cardiac chest pain in men is most often located: - Center of the chest and radiates down the arm, 
jaw, and back 
Cardiac chest pain in women is most often located: - Across the center of the chest, may rad...
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Intermittent- 
Persistent Mild- 
Persistent Moderate- 
Persistent Severe- Answer Classification of asthma severity 
 
sx -/= 2 days/week, 
nocturnal awakenings -/= 2x month, 
use of SABA -/= 2 days/week, 
doesn't interfere w/ normal activity, 
lung function normal b/w exacerbations, 
FEV1 + 80% predicted and FEV1/FVC normal Answer Define Classification of asthma severity 
Intermittent- 
 
sx +2 days/week but not daily, 
nocturnal awak...
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CMN 568 - Unit 3 (Chronic Respiratory Conditions) Questions and Answers with complete solution
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ICS - Define and describe - ANS Inhaled CorticoSteroid 
Example: 
Low-dose = Budesonide inhaled suspension for nebulizer OR Fluticasone HFA/MDI, or Beclamethasone 
SABA - Define and describe - ANS Short-Acting Beta Agonist 
Examples: Albuterol 
LABA - Define and describe - ANS Long-Acting Beta Agonist. 
Example: Salmeterol (Advair), Formoterol 
NEVER USE ALONE IN TX FOR ASTHMA! (Associated with increased deaths.) Always use with ICS! 
LTRA - Define and describe - ANS LeukoTriene Receptor Agonist...
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