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Bronchitis bronchitis - Coggle Diagram
Bronchitis
Definition
Inflammation of the bronchial tubes
Pathophysiology
Cellular exudation
Edema of mucous membrane
Increased capillary permeability
Hypersecretion of mucous
Production of histamine, prostaglandins & bradykinin
Persistent cough
lining becomes inflammed
Treatment
Cough medications
Anti-histamines
Antibiotics
Humidifier
Bronchodilators
Mucolytics
Corticosteroids
Nursing intervention
Health education on dangers of smoking
Breathing exercise
Encourage patient to expropriate sputum
Suctioning of mucus
Keep patient in semi-fowlers position
Administer medication as indicated
Assess respiration
Assess for cyanosis
Signs & Symptoms
Chest pain
Excess sputum production
Wheezing
Coughing
Shortness of breath
Diagnostic procedure
Pulmonary function test
Sputum test
Chest X-ray
History taking
Causes
Viral infection
Bacterial infection
Exposure to fume, chemicals & dust
Gastroesophageal reflux disease
Genetic factor (alpha-1 antitrypsin)
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