Respiratory Emergencies Review

A patient that has dyspnea is not breathing

A patient can be breathing a little faster than normal (21-24) and still be fine.

Bronchitis is a result of excess mucous production and destruction of the protective mechanisms in the bronchi.

Asthma is caused by a response of the respiratory system.

Cyanosis is an early sign of hypoxia.

A patient experience an allergic reaction, even if they have no history of allergies.

A forceful cough has the ability to cause a pneumothorax.

High levels on CO2 in the blood will result in alkalosis.

Anyone with the complaint of difficulty breathing should get oxygen and be place on End Tidal CO2.

The body will breath slower and more shallow when CO2 levels in the blood are too high.

Numbness and tingling in the hands and feet can be a sign of hyperventilation.

A transport decision is made after the initial assessment.

A disease that has a higher virulence, has a greater ability to produce diseases.

Signs and symptoms that include headache, red blotches, fever, and confusion are consistent with a tuberculosis diagnosis.

MRSA is a bacterial infection that can be cured with standard antibiotics, similar to other bacterial infections.