| A | B |
|---|
| Common symptoms | cough, dyspnea, sputum production, clubbing, use of accessory muscles, barrel chest, wheezes, crackles, orthopnea |
| CXR findings | congestion and hyperinflation |
| ABG findings | Respiratory acidosis |
| PFT results | incerased residual volume, increased functional residual capacity, decreased vital capacity |
| Diet | high protein, high vitamin C, high calorie, high nitrogen |
| Fluid intake | Aim for 3 liters a day if not contraindicated |
| Meds for prevention of complications | Antibiotics |
| Meds to open airways | Bronchodilators |
| meds to reduce inflammation | Corticosteroids |
| Reason for small frequent meals | To get in the calories without wearing out with eating |
| Reason for increased fluids | To thin secretions |
| Reason for Chest PT and T, C, and DB | To mobilize secretions |
| Reason for pursed lip breathing | To promote CO2 release |
| Reason for daily weights | To track fluid retention |
