PN2 Exam #2 Study Guide/SC0RE A+
PN2 Exam #2 Study Guide ASTHMA Characterized by exacerbations of acute airway inflammation Airway obstruction occurs d/t bronchoconstriction, mucous, or inflammation when exposed to trigge r C linical Manifestations: High pitched, wheezing lung sounds Cough SOB Chest tightness Worsens at night or when triggers are present Medications: Short Acting= Albuterol, Proventil, Ventoli Long Acting= Serevent Corticosteroids= Serevent, Advair Education: Avoid triggers Stop/avoid smoking Teach which inhaler is rescue Exacerbation Interventions: Give short-acting beta agonist IV corticosteroids depending on severity O2 via nasal cannula High-fowler’s position Calm atmosphere
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- Institución
- Chamberlain College Of Nursing
- Grado
- PN2
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- 15 de abril de 2022
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- 13
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- 2021/2022
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- Examen
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pn2 exam 2 study guide asthma characterized by exacerbations of acute airway inflammation airway obstruction occurs dt bronchoconstriction