Question: 1. Why are fluids encouraged in most patients with pulmonary problems?
2. Describe the differences between the use of expectorants, anti-tussives and mucolytic
agents.
a.
b.
c.
3. How does Maslow’s hierarchy relate to the needs of the individual with chronic pulmonary disease?
agents.
a.
1. Why are fluids encouraged in most patients with pulmonary problems?
2. Describe the differences between the use of expectorants, anti-tussives and mucolytic
agents.
a.
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b. |
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c. |
3. How does Maslow’s hierarchy relate to the needs of the individual with chronic pulmonary disease?
4. How might chronic pulmonary conditions affect growth and development of the adult?
5. Explain why initial humidification therapy may increase breathing difficultytemporarily.
What instructions will you give your client?
6. Your client is on steroids to treat a chronic lung condition.
a. What observations will you make and why?
b. What precautions must your client be aware of in use of steroid therapy?
7. What will you teach the client about using hand-held nebulizer(s)?
8. Why should bronchodilating inhalants be used before steroid inhalants?
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