| Front | As you treat patients with disorders of the lungs, what situations should you be aware of? |
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| Back | While treating these kinds of patients, be aware of these situations: Gas exchange between alveoli and pulmonary circulation is obstructed by fluid in the lung, infection, or collapsed alveoli (atelectasis) The alveoli are damaged and cannot transport gases properly across their own walls The air passages are obstructed by muscle spasm, mucus, or weakened floppy airway walls Blood flow to the lungs is obstructed by blood clots The pleural space is filled with air or excess fluid, so the lungs cannot properly expand |
Tags: 13, emergencies, respiratory
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