Pulmonology

Silicos disease form part of the lung disorder known as pneumoconioses and is characterized by nodules and fibrous scar tissue within the lungs. It is often caused by inhaling silica particles from the quartz in rocks, sand and similar other substances. These particles gets entrapped in the alveoli and macrophages that are present in the alveoli consumes the silica particles and died with the resulting inflammation attracting more macrophages, resulting into the formation of nodules and fibrous…

The RN will update the plan of care by resolving the nursing diagnoses of ineffective breathing pattern related to hyperventilation as evidenced by shortness of breath and respirations of 28 breaths per minute and the diagnosis of activity intolerance related to imbalance between oxygen supply and demand as shown by shortness of breath when ambulating. These diagnoses have been resolved by the patient meeting the expected outcome within 24 hours. The patient has a respiratory rate of 20 breaths…

Exam on COPD and related factors Please download questions and type answers being sure to cite references. • Define COPD and describe the three major disorder groups including symptoms and diagnostic signs. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a group of lung diseases that are characterized by constant obstructed airflow through the lungs and airways. The three disorder groups are: 1. Chronic bronchitis: this is when there is "persistent inflammation and excessive secretions of…

defined anatomic boundaries, can occur in 10% of patients.1 Extend this to the 10- to 12-cm circumference around the typical PV antrum, and the importance of uniform transmural lesions is apparent. Article see p 63 It was recognized early that the Achille’s heal to AF ablation was early PV reconnection after ablation.2 Although temperature rises and limited power delivery may have limited lesion depth using early 4-mm-tip catheters, the development of irrigated tip catheters has improved our…

The Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease which is referred to as “GOLD” is recognized as the worldwide leading authority for the diagnosis, management, and prevention of COPD. GOLD gives a specific definition for COPD, which is a disease that is preventable and treatable, along with this comes some significant extrapulmonary effects that may contribute to the severity in specific patients. The pulmonary element is classified by airflow limitation that isn’t fully reversible.…

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. • Evaluate his breathing sound, pattern, depth, and effectiveness. • Assist Neville with the comfortable position and encourage him to do pursed-lips breathing technique. • Teach him the controlled cough technique. • Offer him more pillow and blanket to keep…

Priority 1. Impaired gas exchange r/t altered blood flow to alveoli secondary to pulmonary embolus -Patient’s c/c -Patient has difficulty answering questions because of dyspnea and pain. -Patient is pale which demonstrates lack of oxygenation. - She is restless, agitated, slightly disoriented; decrease LOC. -Sputum is blood streaked; damage to lung tissue. -Respiratory rates in order; 28,30,36 showing that his body is not receiving enough oxygen. - ABG: Uncompensated respiratory alkalosis with…

Chronic diseases of respiratory system are the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. They affect airways and lung function, one common obstructive lung disease is asthma. According to CDC.gov about 17.8 million adults and 6.8 million children are suffering from asthma [9]. According to world health organization estimates, 235 million people suffer from asthma worldwide [10]. Asthma disease doesn’t have obvious symptoms which makes it hard to diagnose, so major component of chronic…

Introduction Acute bronchospasm caused by asthma is also referred to as an asthma attack. Bronchospasm means your air passages become narrowed. The narrowing is caused by inflammation and tightening of the muscles in the air tubes (bronchi) in your lungs. This can make it hard to breathe and cause you to cough or breathe loudly (wheeze). What are the causes? Possible triggers include: Animal dander from the skin, hair, or feathers of animals. Dust mites contained in house dust. Cockroaches.…

Uterine prolapse is when the uterus dribs down into the vagina, and in severe circumstances, outside the vagina. It is one of the more upsetting gynecologic conditions and spares no age group. The experience of your uterus dangling outside your vagina is a rather bizarre one, to say the least. Females who have uterine prolapse normally have other organs that are displaced. A cystocele results when a prolapsed bladder lumps through the vaginal roof; a rectocele befalls when the rectum bulges…