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