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Pneumonia Flashcards

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What is pneumonia?

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Inflammation of lung tissue and airways

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What causes pneumonia?

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Winter 
Overcrowding (bacteria) 
Alcoholism
Smoking 
Lower socioeconomic groups 
Malnutrition 
Pre-existing resp conditions
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Conditions of pneumonia

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Above 40 degree temp
Vomiting and confusion
Dry cough that becomes purulent after a few days
Sharp pain aggravated by deep breaths or coughing
Breathlessness

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Investigations for pneumonia

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Increased WBCs on hemotology

Hypoxemia on ABGs

Bacteria in sputum

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Medical management of pneumonia

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Antibiotics
Fluids
Painkillers
Oxygen

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Aims of physio management of pneumonia

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Remove secretions

Re-expansion of lungs

Improve exercise tolerance

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Physiotherapy interventions for pneumonia

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Airway clearance techniques

Positioning

HEP with breathing exercises, short walks (gradually increase)

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