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