Question

Breathing Problems

Using correct medical terminology, document this case:

Mabel Bishop is 73 years old and has been a long-time smoker with a history of a collapsed right lung and difficulty breathing. The only position she finds comfortable for breathing is sitting upright. She has come to the office today complaining of blood when she coughs; stabbing pain when she breaths, especially on the right side; and excessive drainage. There is swelling in both legs. The doctor listens to her lungs and hears a popping and rumbling sound in the right and left lower lobes.  

Once you have documented with the correct medical terminology, what type of testing does this patient need?  

Answer 1

The patient is affected by Pneumothorax. Pneumothorax is the collection of air in the pleural space that causes the lung to be collapsed. It arises due to the underlying disease of lung or injury. ITs requires immediate treatment.

The patient's need for chest X-ray, CT scan for the detailed images of the chest. USG scan to detect drainage. Bronchoscopy if needed for the visualization of alveoli. ABG studies to find hypoxia status.