Pneumocystis pneumonia

Care Unit (ICU) patients (Commission, The Joint).” CAP-1, O2 assessment allows for an assessment using a pulse oximetry or arterial blood gas (ABG) as a diagnostic tool. Radiological signs are considered the most specific indicator of bacterial pneumonia (MP, 2015;6). CAP-2, Pneumococcal screening/vaccination is done because according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the use of the influenza vaccine and use of the pneumococcal vaccine are major preventive measures of CAP…

on virus-associated community-acquired pneumonia among elderly where in the chances of acquiring pneumonia with the vaccination is tested. The objective of this study is evaluate where this vaccination may or may not prevent the incidence of virus-associated community-acquired pnuemonia. Therefore, I have chosen this article to support or rather provide additional information about my patient’s case. My patient was diagnosed with community-acquired pneumonia status post pulmonary tuberculosis so…

In modern American society the populous is experiencing both a longevity of life and in turn are faced with more chronic illnesses. In the Ohio-valley region of the United States there is a marked increase of chronic lung and heart issues exacerbated by coal mines, obesity, and tobacco use. Chronic obstructive Pulmonary disease is the third leading cause of death in the United States ("American Lung Association," 2013). B.H. was a 71-year-old male admitted to Hardin Memorial Hospital for…

Asthma is a chronic (lifelong) lung disease that makes it harder to move air in and out of your lungs. With asthma, your airways' lining tends to always be in a hypersensitive state characterized by redness and swelling (inflammation). It's similar to how your skin becomes red, irritated and sensitive after a sunburn. With asthma, the airways in your lungs are often swollen or inflamed. This makes them extra sensitive to things that you are exposed to in the environment every day. When you have…

Blood-Brain Barrier The blood–brain barrier (BBB) is a highly specific permeable barrier that separates the blood from the brain extracellular fluid (BECF) in the central nervous system (CNS). The BBB is composed by brain endothelial cells, which is connected by tight junctions with high electrical resistivity . The BBB allows passage of water, gases and lipid soluble molecules by passive diffusion and selective transport of molecules such as glucose and amino acids . The blood–brain barrier…

Burn injury is a common type of traumatic injury, causing considerable morbidity and mortality. The after-effects of burns not only handicap the patient and leave psychological trauma but also impose huge economic burden on the victim's family and society in general (Yao et al., 2011). An extensive burn profoundly affects the patient's physique, psyche, financial situation and socio-cultural dynamics of the family. Patients with extensive burns frequently die, and for those with lesser injury,…

Asthma is a complicated disease that affects all age groups and is marked by acute and chronic exacerbations. As one of the most complex respiratory diseases, asthma is associated with a high mortality rate. The purpose of this paper is to explore the pathophysiology of acute and chronic asthma across the lifespan, medications used for treatment and the impact on disease and the use of stepwise approach to treatment can be used to educate patients in various healthcare settings. As airways…

Then about age five he was hospitalized again, this time over a weekend. His stay was shorter due to the hospital having records of his initial episode with breathing. The doctor who admitted Evan the second time explained how allergens are irritants that trigger his restrictive airway disorder or asthma. After his second hospital stay the doctors went ahead and diagnosed him with asthma. The diagnosis he received from the primary care pediatricians at Five Oaks Medical center answered many…

Edema is swelling caused by extra fluid trapped in the bodies tissues. Edema can affect anywhere on the body but is most common in the arms, hands, legs, ankles, and feet. Signs of edema include: swelling or puffiness of the tissue under your skin, stretched or shiny skin, skin that remains a dimple after being pressed for several seconds, and increased abdominal size. Signs of pulmonary edema are shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, and chest pain. Edema in the legs can happen from long…

coughing up blood, fatigue, weight loss, fever, and etc. If left untreated, it can be fatal (CDC, 2015b). There are two stages of tuberculosis: Latent TB infection and TB disease. Latent TB infection is when the bacteria lives inside the body, and the host is asymptomatic. This is due to the immune system suppressing the bacteria from growing. In the event that the immune system fails to suppress the bacteria, the bacteria becomes active and multiplies, leading to TB disease. When a person has…