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Risk Factors for Atelectasis-1

Patient was educated regarding risk factors for atelectasis as follows: Prolonged shallow breathing Deep breathing demands some voluntary effort in senior citizens. Due to lack of energy and generalized weakness, senior citizens tend to breathe shallow and prolonged periods of shallow breathing can result in atelectasis. Hospitalization and bedrest Usually, gravity during weight bearing and ambulation, normally provides some distension to the lungs. In patients with prolonged hospitalization and bedrest, this factor is compromised and [...]

Nurse Teaching on Atelectasis

Patient was educated on atelectasis as follows: Atelectasis is collapse of a lobe or portion a lung. Atelectasis is mostly secondary to blockage of the airways conducting air to the distal portions of the lung. When the airways are blocked, air does not pass through the airways to the distal alveoli in the lung. So, the parts of lung that are not receiving the ventilation remain collapsed. Reduced ventilation leads to reduced oxygen transport and [...]

Exacerbation Prevention Measures for Asthma Patients

Patient was instructed on exacerbation prevention measures for asthma patients as follows: Maintain compliance with your inhalers, nebulizer treatments, and other bronchodilator use. Receive your flu and pneumonia shots, as scheduled. Identify the allergens and irritants triggering the asthmatic response and update any addition to this list with your file. This helps trying to avoid all the allergens you are aware of. Avoid being outdoors, especially during the pollen season, if you are allergic to [...]

Nurse Teaching on Chemical Mediators of Asthma

Patient was educated on chemical mediators of asthma as follows: During an asthmatic response, some chemical mediators are released from cells involved in this response. Cells called mast cells are present in the mucosa on the respiratory airways. When the mast cells are exposed to the appropriate allergens, some chemicals, such as, histamine, leukotrienes, and prostaglandins are released from the mast cells. These chemical mediators cause responses, such as, contraction of smooth muscle in the [...]

Measures to Avoid Allergens Causing Asthma

Patient was educated on measures to avoid allergens causing asthma as follows: Limit your outdoor activities during active pollen season to avoid exposure to the allergens and triggering of the allergies. Replacing carpet with wood floor or tiles will help reduce exposure to irritants and dust mites. Keep the windows closed during active pollen season, to avoid airborne pollen and weed making their way indoors. Maintain the air conditioner in good working condition, as it [...]