NUR 3980

NUR 3980 - Exam 1 Study Guide/NUR 3980 - Exam 1 Study Guide. Atelectasis What is it? o Collapse of the alveoli Decreased lung volume Surfactant inactivation What’s it look like? o Dyspnea, cough, decreased breath sounds o Sputum production o Leukocytosis/fever Types o Compressive – external force compressive lung/cavity; tumor, pleural effusion, abdominal distention, etc. o Obstructive – secretions, mucous plugs, foreign bodies, hypoventilation Risk factors o Post OP ...