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Nurse Teaching on Advantages of Pursed Lip Breathing

Patient was instructed advantages of pursed lip breathing as follows: Helps with keeping the airways open for a longer duration of time during exhalation. Longer duration of exhalation will help release of trapped air in the lungs Releasing trapped air and better emptying of airways will promote deep breathing and accommodation of more fresh air in the next cycle, which improves overall ventilation Improved ventilation helps better oxygen transport, reduces anxiety and shortness of breath, [...]

Signs and Symptoms of Chronic Bronchitis

Patient was instructed on signs and symptoms of chronic bronchitis as follows: High fever Irritation in the throat Chest discomfort and difficulty breathing. This is due to the mucus trapped in the airways, thus compromising air transport and gas exchange. Productive cough with increased sputum production. The sputum can turn color from white to yellow green, which signifies an infection. Shaking chills Extreme shortness of breath Fatigue

Pathophysiology of Chronic Bronchitis

Patient was educated on pathophysiology of chronic bronchitis as follows: Chronic bronchitis is defined as bronchitis that is unresolved, presents as cough that occurs with sputum production, and lasts for longer duration. The cough with chronic bronchitis lasts for at least 3 months in a year and continues with repeated episodes for 2 consecutive years. Primary reason for chronic bronchitis is cigarette smoking. Other irritants, such as, dust, pollen, and repeated flu infections can also [...]

Management measures for Chronic Bronchitis

Patient was instructed regarding management measures for chronic bronchitis as follows: Compliance with smoking cessation is an important measure to avoid episodes of exacerbation of bronchitis. Request family members who are smokers, to avoid smoking around you in the house. This will help avoiding passive smoking too. Avoid contact with family members and friends, who are sick and down with flu or pneumonia or any other respiratory infection. Breathe in using a humidifier. Moist air [...]

Signs and Symptoms of Flu

Patient was educated on flu symptoms as follows: Flu symptoms can come on suddenly. Signs and symptoms include Sudden onset of intense body aches and discomfort. Extreme fatigue and tiredness. Warm body temperature and flushed skin. Headache and confusion. A dry cough that can transform into productive, if care is not exercised. Runny nose Sore throat.