Respiratory Distress and Its Clinical Management Quiz

Common manifestation indicating compromised breathing function.

High blood pressure is not directly linked to respiratory distress.

Excess carbon dioxide in the blood due to impaired ventilation.

Stiffening of lungs making ventilation difficult.

Indication of worsening respiratory function.

Underdeveloped lungs due to premature delivery.

Low oxygen levels in the blood, common in ARDS.

Standard test for evaluating lung function.

Immediate measure to improve oxygenation.

Standard bronchodilator to alleviate airway constriction.

Key medication for reducing airway inflammation.

Lung infection causing breathing difficulty.

Encourages movement to maintain lung function.

Simple device for delivering supplemental oxygen.

Indicates systemic inflammation often seen in severe infections.