Emphysema Teaching 1071

Emphysema

Taught that the lungs are two sac-like organs located in the chest cavity.

Last updated November 13, 2017

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Taught that Emphysema is a chronic, irreversible lung disease caused by recurrent inflammation resulting in the destruction of lung tissue.

Instructed on some measures aimed to managing/controlling Emphysema, such as: avoid or control stress, which can exacerbate disease.

Instructed on some signs/symptoms of Emphysema, such as: loss of appetite and weight loss, among others.

Instructed on some measures aimed to managing/controlling Emphysema, such as: eat small, frequent meals and chew slowly, among others.

Taught that, in Emphysema, there is an enlargement and loss of elasticity of the alveoli resulting in decreased air exchange and air trapping.