BChesser_Cystic Fibrosis_02042024
Brittany Chesser
Created on January 29, 2024
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Transcript
6 things about
Cystic Fibrosis
Risk Factors:
- Genetics ( It is caused by a mutations in a gene called the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator.
- Nursing care strategies:
- Providing adequate nutrition. (Patient needs protien to help heal.
- Weight management. ( Makes sure the patient is not retaining fluid.)
- Adherence to medication regimen. (Educated on the importance of medication management and their purpose.
- Prevention of infection. (Monitor vital signs and encourage fluids.)
- Pulmonary hygiene. (Deep breathing and coughing to remove mucus from lungs.)
Treatment Team:
- Respiratory Nurse ( Neb treatments, High-frequency chest wall oscillation.)
- Main Provider (Monitors patient.)
- Pulmonologist ( Diagnosis /Monitors disease/ prescribe medication)
- Nurse ( Carries out orders.)
- Speech Therapy (Assist with breathing exercises.)
- Case Management (Helps set up appointments, medication, therapies
- Dietitian ( Provide adequate nutrition to the patient.)
References:Karakashian,A.L., & Schub, T. (2018) Cysti Fibrosis.CINHAL Nursing Guide. Retrieved From http://ezproxy.rasmussen.edu/login?url=https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true& db=nup&AN=T700390^site-eds-live
Treatment:
- Oxygen therapy (It helps the patient with cirulation.)
- Lung Transplant ( The lung was so damaged they need a new one.)
- Postive expiratory pressure. ( Provides back pressure to the airways during expiration.)
- Chest Physiotherapy (Help break down the mucus.)
Resources:
- Children Hospital of Southwest Florida
- Joe DiMaggio Cystic Fibrosis. (Adults)
- All Children Hospital