Wheeze and No breath sound one side..
1. Wheeze
- Definitions for clinical signs and symptoms.
Pitched whistling kind of sound which a person can experience while
Breathing. The sound comes out when air moves through narrowed tubes. It is
Definitely a sign of breathing problem. The sound is most evident while exhaling. It
May be because of blockage in airways or in persons with certain vocal chord
Problems. Signs are like breathing problem both while breathing in and out. In
Some cases speaking up can also be a problem.
- A pre-hospital context to the definition
If there is a history of Wheezing and suddenly getting the attack, one should try to
Be in an area of moist, heated air which can relieve some of the symptoms of
Wheezing. This can be accomplished by taking some hot shower or by a
Vaporizer. If this becomes irascible, need to contact a physician.
- Potential implications of paramedic treatment
If someone is suffering from acute Wheezing, he has to be taken to nearby
Hospital; immediately. The doctor or the nurse will generally perform a physical
Examination ask about medical history and visible symptoms like: time of start,
Duration, frequency, etc. The physical examination may include concentrating on
Lung sound, Blood test, Chest X-ray, and lung function test.
2. No breath sound one side
- Definitions for clinical signs and symptoms.
It is a situation of collection of excess air around the lungs space. The accumulation
Of air results in pressure upon the lung and stops it from expansion normally
Occurs during inhaling. It may be caused due to a gunshot, or a wound from knife
Around chest area, rib fracture or some medical procedures. Symptoms may include
Like, sharp chest pain, shortness of breath, fatigue, nasal flaring or even an increased
Heart rate.
- A pre-hospital context to the definition
As a pre-hospitalization measure availability of fresh oxygen and rest can help. A
Small attack can go of its own if exposed to an open area free from pollution.
- Potential implications of paramedic treatment
If rushed to a hospital, can be treated with a needle to remove excess air around the
Lung to allow it to expand properly. In case of an acute attack, a chest tube can be
Inserted around the ribs to drain out the excess air in order to allow the lung to
Expand properly. Chest X-Ray and blood tests are also done as a formality towards
Diagnosis.
Works Cited:
Wheezing. A service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003070.htm
Collapsed lung. A service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000087.htm
