Pulmonology | Senioritis

Mohamed Abbas
July 4, 2023
Pulmonology

Understanding Immunocompromised Individuals: Factors and Precautions

Immunocompromised- HIV, AIDS, very young, very old, health care workers, pregnant women, immigrants- living is close quarters, incarceration. Immunocompromised refers to individuals who have a weakened or...

Mohamed Abbas
July 4, 2023
Pulmonology

Understanding the Causes of Decreased Levels of Consciousness: Exploring Dysphagia, Stroke, Intoxication, and Acid Reflux (GERD)

Causes- decreased levels of consciousness b/c they can’t swallow secretions (dysphagia), stroke pts, high or drunk, acid reflux (GERD) Causes of decreased levels of consciousness can vary...

Mohamed Abbas
July 4, 2023
Pulmonology

The Role of Goblet Cells and Club Cells in Maintaining Lung Health: A Comprehensive Overview of Bronchiole Secretory Mechanisms

Specialized cellular mechanisms withing the bronchioles. (Secrete mucus) The bronchioles are small airways in the lungs that branch out from the main bronchi The bronchioles are small...

Mohamed Abbas
July 4, 2023
Pulmonology

Protective Mechanisms of the Lower Respiratory Tract: The Role of the Mucociliary Apparatus and the Impact of Smoking

The lower respiratory tract and alveoli do not have normal flora; they are kept free of microorganisms by the mucociliary apparatus that sweeps away and traps organisms...

Mohamed Abbas
July 4, 2023
Pulmonology

Gas Exchange: Understanding the Crucial Process of Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide Transfer in the Respiratory System

Gas exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide occurs within the respiratory tract bronchioles, alveolar ducts, and alveoli. Air enters the alveolus and oxygen moles to the RBC’s....

Mohamed Abbas
July 4, 2023
Pulmonology

Understanding the Impact of Low PO2 Levels on Hemoglobin Saturation and Tissue Oxygenation

When O2 falls below 60mm HG, hemoglobin drops all O2 molecules off quickly. The desaturation of hemoglobin quickly leads to hypoxia. It is important to keep hemoglobin...

Mohamed Abbas
July 4, 2023
Pulmonology

Managing Spinal Cord Injuries at or Above C4: Essential Strategies for Addressing Respiratory Complications

In spinal cord injuries affecting C4 or above, the patient needs rescue breathing of mechanical support to maintain life. Spinal cord injuries can have severe consequences on...

Mohamed Abbas
July 4, 2023
Pulmonology

The Role of Ventilation and Perfusion in Gas Exchange: Understanding the V-Q Ratio and Pulmonary Embolus

Ventilation: the process of inspiration & expiration of air thru the pulmonary airways.Perfusion: the movement of blood thru the pulmonary circulation, eventually providing O2 to every part...