Juvenal Tapia period 2 Respiratory system
Major functions of the respiratory system
Upper respiratory structures and functions
Lower respiratory structures and functions
Layers of the pleurae
Compare and contrast the mechanism of inspiration and expiration
Volume and Pressure relationships in thoracic cavity
Internal vs. external respiration
Respiratory volumes and capacities
Disorders of the respiratory system
COPD
Tuberculosis
Pneumonia
Lung Cancer
Seasonal Flu
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder; includes chronic bronchitis, emphysema, and asthma
Causes: asthmatic bronchitis , tobacco smoke, and dust exposure.
Symptoms: Chronic cough, shortness of breath, and wheezing
Treatment: Smoking cessation, medications, and bronchoditatus
Bacterial infection in the respiratory system caused by mycobacterian
Causes: Contiguous inhaled, drug & alcohol abuse, travel to TB common area
Symptoms: Tachycardia, chest pain, and swollen lymph nodes
Treatment: Long-term antibiotics, surgery, and medication
Bacteria or viral infection of the lungs
Causes: Bacterial infection, viral infection, and aspiration
Symptoms: Fever, shortness of breath, and chills
Treatment: Over the counter med, Antibiotics, and oxygen therapy
Uncontrolled cell growth & development of tumors in the lungs
Causes: Smoking, second hand smoke, and asbestos exposure
Symptoms: Occur at later stages, chest pain, and shortness of breath
Treatment: Radiation, chemo therapy, surgical removal
A viral infection; there are many variations of the virus and it changes rapidly year to year which changes the severity
Causes: Inhaled in respiratory, droplets, and age
Symptoms: Dry cough, Fatigue, and congestion
Treatement: