Emphysema Teaching 1071
Emphysema
Taught that the lungs are two sac-like organs located in the chest cavity.
Last updated November 13, 2017
Last updated November 13, 2017
Instructed on some measures aimed to managing/controlling Emphysema, such as: get regular exercise with adequate rest periods, among others.
Instructed on some measures aimed to managing/controlling Emphysema, such as: avoid/decrease exposure to respiratory irritants (e.g., cigarette smokin...
Taught that, in Emphysema, there is an enlargement and loss of elasticity of the alveoli resulting in decreased air exchange and air trapping.
Instructed on some measures aimed to managing/controlling Emphysema, such as: avoid fatigue by using energy-conserving techniques, among others.
Taught that, in Emphysema, the lungs are in a chronic state of hyper-expansion, causing expiration to be more difficult.