Part A – Alterations of Pulmonary Function

Part A – Alterations of Pulmonary Function

Identify five or more common signs and symptoms that make you suspect the patient is experiencing respiratory distress. List at least three possible treatments or interventions that could be done immediately to minimize the respiratory distress.

Compare and contrast either pneumonia OR asthma types based on pathophysiology, etiology, and symptoms:

Lobar pneumonia versus bronchopneumonia OR

Extrinsic asthma versus intrinsic asthma

Part B – Acid-Base Balance

Describe the differences between acidosis and alkalosis. What are the roles of the cardiovascular, respiratory, and renal systems in maintaining acid-base balance?

Identify the effects on bicarbonate, carbon dioxide and decompensated serum pH for EACH of the following acid-base imbalances and potential health conditions that may cause it:

Respiratory acidosis

Respiratory alkalosis

Metabolic acidosis

Metabolic alkalosis