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Pulmonary edema, also known as pulmonary congestion, is a lung condition that involves the accumulation of fluids in the lungs. Difficulty of breathing is one of the classic signs of pulmonary edema. Acute pulmonary edema is considered a medical emergency and can be fatal but can also respond to treatment quickly if it is diagnosed … Read more
A pneumothorax, also known as having a collapsed lung, is one of the most commonly occurring pulmonary disorders that primarily affect lung recoil and, therefore, ventilation. Pneumothorax is typically characterized by the commonly seen signs and symptoms of a respiratory disorder such as difficulty of breathing and chest pain, and depending on the severity of … Read more
The cells are the building blocks of the human body. For them to function, they need oxygen to break down sugar and use it as energy. This mechanism is carried out by the circulatory system in a process known as tissue perfusion. When this mechanism fails due to several causes, the NANDA nursing diagnosis Ineffective … Read more
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) is a medical condition that is caused by the fluid build up in the air sacs known as alveoli of the lungs. The fluid build up prevents the lungs from having enough air, which results to a reduction of oxygen in the blood. This leads to an oxygen deprivation in … Read more