Respiratory Medicine — Flashcards

There are two types of pneumothorax: - _____ = no underlying lung disease - Secondary = underlying lung disease (e.g. COPD, CF, malignancy, pneumonia)

Bilateral hilar lymphadenopathy is the classical presentation of _____

What is the best diagnostic investigation for bronchiectasis? _____

Tension pneumothoraces are typically caused by _____ or mechanical ventilation

What are the key signs in tension pneumothorax? _____

Hint: 2

What is the management of a _____ pneumothorax without high risk characteristics ≥2cm in a patient that would like to avoid a procedure? → Conservative management

Hint: Asymptomatic/Symptomatic

What is the biggest differentiator between a simple pneumothorax vs tension pneumothorax? _____

Conservative management of bronchiectasis involves: patient education, _____ and chest physiotherapy

Hint: lifestyle

Asthma is often triggered by _____; pollen, house dust mite, pollution, pet dander, smoke

Asthma is an _____ respiratory condition

Hint: obstructive/restrictive