Obstructive Pulmonary Diseases and Cystic Fibrosis

These flashcards cover key vocabulary terms related to obstructive pulmonary diseases and cystic fibrosis, providing definitions to aid study and understanding.

COPD

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease; a preventable and treatable disease characterized by airflow limitations.

Airflow Limitations

Progressive restrictions in air movement due to chronic conditions.

C Babes

An acronym representing diseases under the umbrella of COPD: Cystic Fibrosis, Bronchitis, Asthma, Bronchiectasis, and Emphysema.

Spirometry

A diagnostic test that measures lung function, specifically the volume and flow of air that can be inhaled and exhaled.

ABG

Arterial Blood Gas; a test that measures the acidity (pH), oxygen, and carbon dioxide levels in the blood.

PaCO2

Partial pressure of carbon dioxide in arterial blood, indicating respiratory acidosis when elevated.

Hypoxemia

Low levels of oxygen in the blood.

Cystic Fibrosis

A genetic disorder caused by mutations in the CFTR gene, leading to thick mucus production and lung infections.

Atelectasis

Partial or complete collapse of the lung or a portion of the lung.

Sweat Test

A test to measure the concentration of chloride in sweat to diagnose cystic fibrosis.

Air Clearance Therapy

Therapy designed to help patients expel mucus from their lungs.

Lung Transplant

Surgical procedure that replaces a diseased lung with a healthy lung from a donor.