Question 1

what sort of problem is acute respiratory distress syndrome (a.r.d.s.)?

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Emergency: ARDS is a general term for acute respiratory failure in which the capillaries in the lungs leak causing the air spaces to fill with fluid. There are many causes. Treatment requires supplemental oxygen and a search for the underlying cause. Mechanical ventilation with a "breathing machine" temporarily  is necessary in many cases.

Question 2

how can i tell if my infant is in respiratory distress?

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Altered activity: Breathing in most infants through adults, progresses quietly without most people noticing.Once you notice breathing they are breathing about 2x as fast or starting to work to breathe. Once a kid quits playing to concentrate on breathing it is early distress. If they won't eat or drink because it interferes with breathing effort, they are in big trouble.

Question 3

could you explain what is respiratory distress syndrome?

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RDS: Rds or respiratory distress syndrome is a term usually used to describe a condition in the newborn that is used when the newborn is having some degree of respiratory or breathing problems. There are a number of causes...Like a very quick delivery...Inhaled amniotic fluid...This usually abates with time and supportive care. I am not sure if you are referring to an adult, but this is for a newborn.

Question 4

can you cure adult respiratory distress syndrome quickly?

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Depends...: The speed of recovery from adult respiratory distress syndrome, ards, depends on the underlying cause of the ards. For example, if it is due to infection, the appropriate antibiotics are needed. It will take time for the lung injury to heal, regardless of the cause. Patients who recover from ARDS typically require a lengthy recovery process, including some form of rehabilitation.  Patience is key.

Question 5

what are the tests for adult respiratory distress syndrome?

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Not many: ARDS is a clinical disease; usually, chest xrays are usually suggestive. Ct scans of the chest are better. Sometimes, lung biopsies done by a lung surgeon are necessary to get at the diagnosis. There is no real blood test for the test. If you think you have ards, you should definitely seek immediate medical attention.

Question 6

what are the tests for respiratory distress syndrome in child?

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Hx, Px,X ray: Rds is expected in premature infants or infants of diabetic mothers & emerges as increased work of breathing, need for oxygen & suggestive changes on xrays. There is some overlap of neonatal pneumonia, blood poisoning & rds symptoms & xrays so most are treated aggressively for all. Older kids can have a similar problem & the  label is used when the pattern, xrays and o2 needs fit the pattern.

Question 7

aside from respiratory distress, when do you place someone on oxygen?

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Oxygen: oxygen is used when the blood oxygen level is low. It will not necessarily help shortness of breath particularly when the oxygen levels are normal. Oxygen is also used for carbon monoxide poisoning and a few other special situations.

Question 8

what does it mean when if someone has adult respiratory distress syndrome?

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ARDS...: In adult respiratory distress syndrome, ards, there is a severe lung reaction from some inciting event like infection, trauma, pulmonary embolus, cardiac causes, etc. The lungs develop severe, bilateral interstitial changes and the patient usually requires mechanical ventilation while the underlying cause is diagnosed and treated.

Question 9

what is the definition or description of: adult respiratory distress syndrome?

Accepted Answer

ARDS: ARDS, now know as acute respiratory distress syndrome, is an acute inflammatory respiratory illness resulting from lung injury that usually leads to respiratory failure and need for intubation/mechanical ventilation. It can be caused by an initial insult directly (as in a pneumonia) or indirectly (sepsis) to the lungs.

Question 10

what amount time passes for a baby with respiratory distress syndrome to heal?

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It depends: It really depends on a number of factors. Respiratory Distress syndrome can be associated with premature birth. The lung continues to grow during childhood which will help to minimize early injury to the lung. 
Avoiding infection, good nutrition and immunizations are part of the healthcare plan.
PRMG/Pediatrics may review records faxed to: 858 259 9689.

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