Overview of the Concept of Oxygenation

This set of flashcards covers essential vocabulary and concepts related to oxygenation, ventilation, and respiratory assessment essential for nursing and understanding respiratory health.

Oxygenation

The process to provide oxygen to all cells of the body.

Ventilation

The process of transporting air through the respiratory tract to the alveoli and diffusing oxygen into the blood.

Alveoli

The site of gas exchange where oxygen and carbon dioxide diffuse in and out of the blood.

Hypoxemia

Decreased oxygen levels in the blood.

Hypoxia

Decreased delivery of oxygen to organs and tissues.

Dyspnea

Difficulty breathing, which may be sudden or gradual.

Pneumothorax

Condition in which air enters the pleural cavity, leading to lung collapse.

ABGs (Arterial Blood Gases)

A diagnostic test that measures levels of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the blood.

Cough Assessment

Evaluation of cough related to duration, productivity, and characteristics like color and volume of sputum.

Barrel Chest

A condition where the anteroposterior to transverse diameter ratio approaches 1:1 due to chest enlargement.

Pulse Oximetry

A non-invasive method to measure the oxygen saturation of the blood.

Perfusion

The process in which blood carries oxygen and nutrients to body tissues and organs.