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Respiratory Nursing Care Plans & Nursing Diagnosis
Dyspnea, or shortness of breath, is a subjective experience of breathing discomfort that can significantly impact a patient’s quality of life. This nursing diagnosis focuses on identifying causes, assessing symptoms, and implementing interventions to improve respiratory function and patient comfort. Causes (Related to) Dyspnea can result from various physiological and psychological factors: Signs and Symptoms … Read more
Pulmonary embolism occurs when a blood clot lodges in one or more pulmonary arteries, blocking blood flow to portions of the lung. If not identified and treated promptly, this blockage can lead to life-threatening complications. Most commonly, these clots originate from deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in the legs. Key Clinical Manifestations Common signs and symptoms … Read more
Lung surfactants are complex mixtures of lipids and proteins that reduce surface tension in the alveoli of the lungs. These vital substances are essential for normal breathing and are particularly crucial in treating respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) in premature infants. Generic names: Beractant, Poractant alfa, Calfactant, Lucinactant Brand names: Survanta, Curosurf, Infasurf, Surfaxin Pharmacologic class: … Read more
Pertussis (whooping cough) is a highly contagious respiratory infection caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis. These Pertussis nursing diagnoses focus on identifying and treating pertussis symptoms, preventing complications, and managing the characteristic paroxysmal cough that defines this condition. Causes (Related to) Pertussis affects patients through various mechanisms and risk factors that influence its severity and … Read more
Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is a complex genetic disorder that primarily affects the respiratory and digestive systems. As a progressive condition, it requires comprehensive nursing care and ongoing management. This article provides detailed nursing diagnoses, interventions, and care plans for patients with cystic fibrosis. Understanding Cystic Fibrosis Cystic fibrosis results from mutations in the CFTR gene, … Read more