emphysema

defination

disease that compromises the COPD and damages lung tissue, specifically thinning and obstruction of the alveoli.

signs and symptoms

shortness of breaths

lips or fingernails turns blue or gray with exertion

person become not mentally alert

causes

tobacco smoke

marijuana smoke

air pollution

chemical fumes

inherited deficiency of protein that protects the elastic structure in the lungs

risk factors

age

smoking

exposure to second hand smoke

occupational exposure to fumes or dust

exposure to indoor or outdoor pollution

complications

collapsed lung

heart problems

large holes in the lungs bullae

prevention

don't smoke

prevent secondhand smoke

wear musk when to protect your lungs if you work with chemical fumes or dust

treatment

inhaler

medications

respiratory assistance

possible surgery

vaccination prevent additional disease that become dangerous

pathophysiology

alveoli at the end of the bronchioles of the lungs become enlarged

the air sacs are destroyed

the air sacs are narrowed ,collapsed,stretched,or over-inflated

reduced surface area for the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide

the damage is permanant

the ability to breath properly cannot be fully recovered

nursing care plan

nurse should administer oxygen therapy if person shows signs of emphysema

encourage the smoke free invironment

encourage the person to take medication as prescribed

nurse should teach about inhaler, on how to use them and the types of inhalers