Disturbance of airflow cause by build-up of overproduced sputum due to the respiratory tract infection. Keeping Neville’s airway clear so he can feel comfortable. • Talk to Naville and ask him how he is doing and reassure him.…
This congestion is the cause of his shortness of breath. His increased blood…
Two pt verifier confirmed. Pt c/o worsening abomen pain x1 year. He states that he has been seen in the clinic multiple times for the same issue. Pt states that he recently completed a CT scan and cyst was noted to his kidney. Howvever, he is very concern because he in the last several weeks he's had a decrease in appetitie, loss weight, and constant has mid gastrric pain.…
Let it Blow Respiratory Case Study Elijah Stevens is 74 year old male with a history of COPD. He is admitted to the hospital for an exacerbation of his COPD. He continues to smoke cigarettes (reports one pack a day). His current medications include theophylline, albuterol inhaler, beclomethasone dipropionate inhaler and a chewable aspirin 81 mg once a day.…
I’ve had the opportunity of completing my clinical rotation at Baptist Hospital with the medical team in which I've observed the different participants in the collaborative team and the specific role each person played. The team consists of physicians, surgeons, social worker, ARNP, physical therapist, and occupational therapist. While observing the team, the best outcome for the patient's treatment and prognosis is focused on before being discharged. For example, if the patient does not have insurance coverage, community resources are addressed to assist and provide the patient with the proper care post discharge. Learning how cares for patients that have been newly diagnosed with various neurological diseases as well as their long-term care…
Each of these factors blend into one another. His ineffective airway clearance leads to an obstructed airway and this contributes to his decreased perfusion in his lungs, which is why he experiences restlessness and shortness of breath. All of the factors listed above plus many more result in his progressing COPD and ultimately his decreasing health. Leyshon (2012) promotes palliative care for those who in the terminal phase of the disease. When placing a patient on hospice or palliative care "they are more likely to receive co-ordinated support, including classification of their specific needs, advance care planning discussion, prevention of crisis admissions and a proactive approach to symptom management" (P.…
Week # 5 Common symptoms of COPD exacerbation Smoking is the leading cause of COPD and served as a trigger for the disease. Smoking damage the airway and the lining of the lung, which lead to a decrease in lung expansion, which then leads to trouble moving air in and out of the lung causing difficulty with breathing, Irregular breathing, Coughing, discoloration of the skin or nail due to the lack of oxygenated blood. According to case study, Mary had signs of COPD exacerbation which are hash productive cough and SOB, Mary symptoms are caused by the building up of fluid, mucus, and pus in her lung causing tightness of her airway.…
Many Americans live with COPD and remain unaware that they have the disease. What may seem like the natural aging process–consistent cough and labored breathing, COPD can quickly develop into a progressive lung disease that can hinder the routine activities of daily life. If you’ve noticed a change in your breathing, excessive fatigue or a consistent mucus build-up, it’s better to consult your doctor to find out if a COPD screening might be appropriate.…
Imagine hearing a cough so loud, it is as if an avalanche is rumbling out of someone’s body. Imagine seeing someone’s chest stop rising and falling as they sleep, knowing they stopped breathing. Imagine witnessing the horrifying scene of black tar shooting out of a person’s lungs. That is COPD. COPD stands for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.…
COPD is a term that covers progressive lung problems and diseases which can be defined with shortness of breath for example emphysema, chronic bronchitis and refractory asthma. It can however develop over the years…
An acute condition is severe and has a sudden onset. An acute condion only lasts a short time, a few days to a few weeks. Acute condtions are often caused by an injury, a virus, an infection, or by misuse of medications or drugs. Acute condtions have distinct symptoms that require short-term care and get better after being treated. Some examples of acute conditons include strep throat, flu, common cold, pneumonia, and broken bone.…
Fatigue in COPD Fatigue is a disruptive symptom that inhibits normal functional performance of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) patients in daily activities [Theander et al ., 2003] and considerably impacts on their quality of life [guyatt et al ,. 1987]. Fatigue is an unpleasant subjective symptom that prevents individuals from performing his functions and using his normal capacity, affects whole body and changes from a slight exhaustion to unbearable fatigue (Swain, 2000).…
Identify the disease process presented by the case study as well as the normal structure and function of the organ system and/or physiological process that has the alteration. Shawn, the main character of “The Uniformed Coach” scenario has sickle cell disease (SCD) and is suffering from a sickle cell crisis. Sickle cell disease is a form of hemolytic anemia that is inherited; being caused by an abnormal hemoglobin molecule. There are several forms of SCD but the most severe is simply called sickle cell anemia; the dysfunctional hemoglobin molecule, called hemoglobin S (Hb S), assumes an unusual shape when it is subject to deoxygenation or dehydration (McCance & Huether, 2014). In a normal person, all hemoglobin molecules are shaped like…
In COPD the assessment of the patient is very important to obtain the accurate diagnosis; appropriate planning of treatment and management services,…
Although medicine has significantly advanced, migraines still remain difficult to treat. Typically, migraines are treated using two approaches; acute/abortive and preventative care. Abortive treatment is indicated during a migraine attack and is targeted to stop symptoms by constricting blood vessels and blocking pain pathways in the brain.36 These medications are known as triptans and target the chemical serotonin. Not only are fluctuating serotonin levels linked to causing migraines, but they are also important in the maintenance of extracranial vasoconstriction.37, 38 These drugs include: sumatriptan, zolmitriptan, almotriptan, rizatriptan, frovatriptan, naratriptan and eletriptan. Furthermore, a combination tablet of sumatriptan and naproxen…