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Apical generally refers to the the tip of a pyramidal or rounded structure, like the lung or the heart. This means that apical pneumothorax is pneumothorax that is being caused at the tip of the lung. Incase you don't know pneumothorax is a colapsed lung. This is generally from a puncture in the lung from multiple possible causes.
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What is an artificial pneumothorax?
Pneumothorax produced by the injection of air, or a more slowly absorbed gas such as nitrogen, into the pleural space to collapse the lung
What is the function of a apical bud on a plant?
the bud at the terminal end of the stem is an apical bud
What does apical scarring mean?
What does mild apical lung scarring mean from the imaged lung apices?
Why does a pneumothorax frequently lead to atelectasis?
A pneumothorax frequently lead to atelectasis because it will force the lungs to collapse. This is a condition whereby air it trapped outside the lungs.
The difference between pleural effusion and a pneumothorax?
Pneumothorax is the result of an injury where air gets into the chest cavity. It can result from an open wound in the chest, such as by being stabbed, or it can occur from a closed wound such as broken ribs. Tension pneumothorax is the buildup of air in the chest cavity collapses the lung and puts pressure on the heart, which then can't pump blood effectively.
Can apical pneumothorax because of and accident?
absolutly!! why wouldn't it be?
What does No evidence of an apical pneumothorax mean?
A pneumothorax is an abnormal collection of air in the pleural space between the lung and the ... A small spontaneous pneumothorax will typically resolve without treatment and ... Deviation of the trachea to one side and the presence of raised jugular venous pressure (distended neck veins) are not reliable as clinical signs.
What are the types of pneumothorax?
There are four types of pneumothorax. The types are: traumatic pneumothorax, tension pneumothorax, primary spontaneous pneumothorax, and secondary spontaneous pneumothorax.
Can open pneumothorax lead to tension pneumothorax?
yes
What is the difference between tension pneumothorax and spontaneous pneumothorax?
tracheal deviation
What is apical pulse?
apical pulse is actually the heartbeat
Where is the apical wall?
the heart
Do most people recover from pneumothorax?
Most people recover fully from spontaneous pneumothorax
What does an apical cell do and what are its functions?
An apical is ontop of an epitheilial cell
What is an apical cell?
an apical cell is the top layer of the epidermis.
What is the difference pneumothorax and hemothorax?
A pneumothorax is a pocket of air in the chest cavity, and a hemothorax is a pocket of blood.
How do you do an Apical pulse?
apical pulse has to be listened to for 1 full minute
