Emphysema Teaching 1081
EmphysemaLast updated November 13, 2017
Last updated November 13, 2017
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: get regular exercise with adequate rest periods, among others.
The patient was instructed in emphysemathe importance of avoiding bronchopulmonary irritants such as cigarettes smoking, industrial air pollutants, du...
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.