Please enable JavaScript.
Coggle requires JavaScript to display documents.
Respiratory Distress Emergencies - Coggle Diagram
Respiratory Distress Emergencies
Hyperventilation
causes
respiratory alkalosis
cerebral vasoconstriction & cardiac output lowers
symptoms
chest tightness
treatment
maintain airways & monitor vitals
calm and reassure pt
recovery
pt regains composure
deterioration
vitals are unstable
call EMS if needed
Asthmatic attack
causes
respiratory infections
allergic response
symptoms
anxiety
tightness in chest
treatment
maintain airway
administer bronchodilator-retreat in 10-20 min if necessary
recovery
breathing returns to normal
deterioration
unstable vitals
Airway Obstruction
causes
foreign object in larynx and pharynx
symptoms
violent expiratory effort
retraction
treatment
or with suction
recovery
foreign object removed
normal breathing
deterioration
loss of conciousness
