Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a complex disease in which airflow obstruction is not fully reversible [1]. It is mainly characterized by airflow limitation and is defined by its character of dyspnea, cough, and sputum production, symptoms that aggravate disease severity and disease exacerbation [29]. It includes emphysema, which is characterized by airspace enlargement and destruction of lung parenchyma, and chronic bronchitis [2]. It is a chronic, progressive inflammatory condition
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1. What is an obstructive lung disorder? COPD- preventable and treatable disease state characterized by chronic airflow limitation that is not fully reversible. The airflow limitation is usually progressive and associated with an abnormal inflammatory response of the lungs to noxious particles or gases, primarily caused by cigarette smoking. 2. What should the nurse consider when giving oxygen to the patient with an obstructive lung disorder and why? -02 has an irritating effect in mucous membranes
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will led to major problems in the long haul. The disease I will discuss is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease {COPD}. COPD is the resistance to airflow as a result of airway narrowing. Airway obstruction may result from accumulated secretions, edema, swelling of inner lumen of airway, bronchospasm, or destruction of lung tissue. There three cystic fibrosis that is related to COPD and they are Emphysema, Chronic bronchitis, and Asthma. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease has a major impact on
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patients are more at risk for uncommon complicated UTI’s such as emphysematous pyelonephritis and emhysematous pyelitis. COPD vs CHF Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is an essential risk factor for developing cardiovascular disease, even after controlling for smoking, and is also a risk factor for cardiovascular-related morbidity and mortality. Patients with COPD are actually more likely to die of cardiovascular complications or cancer than respiratory failure. A Cardiovascular health
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Demographic Paper Your name Course # Date Instructor Name The aging population and the Baby Boomers are becoming a dominant demographic in the United States. The Baby Boomer generation is the biggest generation in American history. There are approximately 75 million people in America. The average life span and the age of retirement has increased, the need for medications for a longer period , and chronic illnesses are examples of
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Patho 370 Signature Assignment 1. What clinical findings are likely in R.S. as a consequence of his COPD? Clinical findings in R.S. as a consequence of COPD, would be difficulty breathing (dyspnea), chronic cough, excessive sputum production. R.S. has chronic bronchitis, or Type-B COPD, in which “…The inflamed bronchi produce a lot of mucus. This leads to cough and difficulty getting air in and out of the lungs. Cigarette smoking is the most common cause. Breathing in other fumes and dusts over
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University of Phoenix Material Health Care Marketing Information Matrix There are a variety of information sources that may be used by consumers to obtain information relating to the marketing of health care products and services. The following matrix is intended to assist you in organizing the information contained in these sources. Consider the types of marketing messages that these information sources may contain and the reliability of the marketing message. Following the provided example
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CAP COPD- include emphysema, chronic bronchitis, and small airway disease Emphysema-structural change via destruction and enlargement of alveoli Chronic bronchitis- chronic cough and mucous production Small airway disease-generalized narrowing of bronchioles, may include asthma COPD-4th leading cause of death in United States Risk factors- smoking, outdoor air pollution, occupational dust and chemicals Candium exposure can cause COPD Alpha 1 antitrypsin deficiency- hereditary COPD cause
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Breathlessness The NMC 2008 states that taking care of people should always be a nurse’s first concern, treating them as individuals and respecting their dignity. COPD is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Chronic indicates that this is a long term condition that cannot be cured, but it can be managed effectively. COPD is caused by damaged airways in the lungs, causing them to become narrower and making it harder for air to get in and out. Asthma is a common and chronic inflammatory condition
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and respiratory disorders (Porth & Matfin, 2009). b.) Provide two possible reasons for the ABG’s based on Derek’s history and presentation. The cause for Respiratory acidosis in Derek could have been caused by a respiratory disorder such as COPD which he has been diagnosed with since 1997, and was asked to cease smoking but up to date he has continued to smoke 20-30 cigarettes per day. Porth and Matfin, (2009) explain that conditions of the respiratory system may cause impairment of gas exchange
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