Shock lung, commonly referred to as acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), is a serious condition characterized by rapid onset of widespread inflammation in the lungs. It can result from various factors, including trauma, pneumonia, sepsis, or inhalation of harmful substances, leading to severe respiratory failure. Symptoms typically include severe shortness of breath, rapid breathing, and low oxygen levels in the blood. Prompt medical intervention is crucial for improving outcomes in affected individuals.
A somewhat vague question but if you're a lifelong smoker it wouldn't become a shock if you were diagnosed with lung cancer.
If a lung is cut off or severely damaged, it can lead to a life-threatening condition known as pneumothorax, where air enters the pleural space, causing the lung to collapse. This can result in difficulty breathing, reduced oxygen levels in the body, and potentially shock or respiratory failure. Immediate medical intervention is required to treat the injury, which may involve procedures to reinflate the lung or surgical repair. Without prompt treatment, the situation can be fatal.
Lung compliance = Lung expandability
The right lung has three lobes.
to accommodate the heart
The left lung is smaller than the right.
What is atheltes lung
lung concerns
its when cut into a lung
No trachea is not the lung.
The potential risks of using shock ventilation in emergency medical situations include causing lung damage, increasing pressure in the chest, and reducing blood flow to vital organs. The benefits may include improving oxygenation and carbon dioxide removal in cases of severe respiratory distress.
G= Gravity Shock+Gravity=Gravity shock which means it's shock resistance when dropped.