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Bronchitis Bronchitis - Coggle Diagram
Bronchitis
Definition
means inflammation of the bronchi
Pharmacological intervention
Ultrasonic humidifiers
Analgesia for pain
Pathophysiology
mucous membrane becomes edematous and hyperemic
bronchial mucociliary function reduces
The cells of the bronchial lining tissues are irritated
air passage become clogged by debris
Aeitology
Acute bronchitis is viral
Chronic bronchitis is a chronic inflammation condition of the lungs
Risk factors
Age, which is the elders
Exposure to the infective agents like virus for travellers
Environmental factors for instance cigarrete and air pollution
Reduced resistance to infection as a result of poor nutrition
Clinical manifestations
Malaise
Sore throat
Fever
Dry painful cough
Diagnostic tests
Physical examination and history taking
X-ray
Blood tests
Rehabilitation
Prepare the elderly patient and family for further decline in health
Ensure that medication is giving correctly
Breathing techniques as this is a respiratory
Nursing management
Adequate fluids and a good diet
Antibiotics as prescribed
Rest
Asses airway for patency
Assess respirations and note rates
Breathing techiques
Evaluation
The client will be free from dyspea
Nursing diagnosis
Ineffective airway clearance
