thorax and lungs

1 Describe the most important points about the health history for the respiratory system.

2 A patient reports a history of cigarette smoking that includes smoking 2 packs per day (ppd) from 1990 to 2012, then 1 ppd from 2013 until quitting in 2022. Calculate the number of pack years smoked.

3 Describe the pleura and its function.

4 List the structures that compose the respiratory dead space.

5 Summarize the mechanics of respiration.

6 List the elements included in the inspection of the respiratory system. Page 155

7 List and describe common thoracic deformities.

8 Define 2 types of adventitious breath sounds.

9 The sternal angle is also called ____________________. Why is it a useful landmark?

10 How many degrees is the normal costal angle? ___________________

11 When comparing the anteroposterior diameter of the chest with the transverse diameter, what is the expected ratio? What is the significance of this?

12 What is the tripod position?

13 List 3 factors that affect the normal intensity of the tactile fremitus.