What is Pathology – Pneumonia
Pathophysiology Inflammatory mediators in lung tissue cause edoema and fill alveoli with serous fluid and mucus. Acute inflammation of lung tissue caused by inhaling droplets carrying viral particles, bacteria, fungi, parasites, or irritating substances. Evaluation and Diagnostic Results • Auscultation reveals rhonchi, crackles, and wheezes. Auscultation is lessened over areas of consolidation, where spoken words can be distinctly heard. (not the case in air-filled areas). Elevated body temperature; productive cough with phlegm that is green, yellow, or rust coloured. • A chest x-ray or computed tomography (CT) scan for consolidation, an arterial blood gas (ABG) for a raised oxygen level, a complete blood count (CBC) for an elevated white blood count (WBC), a sputum analysis for a causative agent with a culture and sensitivity (C&S) test, and a Gram stain. Pulmonary edema, respiratory failure, and mortality are all complications. Medical Attention and Surgical Procedure • Pulse oximetry, expectorants, bronchodilators, antibiotics, and antpyretics. • The flu and pneumonia vaccine lowers the chance of pneumonia. • Infection prevention techniques and respiratory toileting are required. • Every 4 hours, check vital signs, auscultate the lungs, monitor intake and output (I&O), adopt a semi-Fowler's to high Fowler's posture, and check the pulse oximetry reading. • Examine breathing rhythms and administer additional oxygen (humidified if necessary). • Share tips for preventing infections.
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