Respiratory Medicine — Flashcards

Asymptomatic primary pneumothorax = _____

Hint: Management

What is the investigation for tension pneumothorax? _____

A risk factor for primary pneumothorax is _____ syndrome

Diagnosis: _____

Sarcoidosis lung function tests may show _____

_____ pneumothorax with high risk characteristics = Chest drain (if safe e.g. ≥2cm)

Hint: Asymptomatic/Symptomatic

Patients with bronchiectasis who experience wheeze or dyspnoea may be given _____

Patients with pneumothorax typically present with sudden-onset _____ and pleuritic chest pain that develop at rest

Asymptomatic secondary pneumothorax = _____

Hint: Management

What is the smoking advice after a pneumothorax? _____