2. Bronchitis is a infection and inflammation
of the bronchial tubes (bronchi), the air
passages between the nose and the lungs.
Bronchitis is caused by viruses, bacteria,
and other particles that irritate the
bronchial tubes.
DEFINITION OF BRONCHITIS
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5. 1. Acute bronchitis
2. Chronic bronchitis
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TYPES OF BRONCHITIM
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6. TYPES OF BRONCHITIS
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1. Acute bronchitis
Acute bronchitis is a shorter illness
that commonly follows a cold or viral
infection, such as the flu season
Acute bronchitis usually lasts a few
days or weeks
7. 2. Chronic bronchitis
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Chronic bronchitis is a long term,
irreversible respiratory illness.
Chronic bronchitis have a daily
mucus product cough at last 3
months a year.
8. Infection – Bacteria and virus
Smoking
tobacco
weakness of immune systems
Genetics causes
Etiology & risk factors
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9. Gastroesophageal reflux disease
(GERD)
Air pollution
Influenza A and B virus
Mycoplasma pneumonia bacteria
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10. Inflammation or swelling of the bronchi
Coughing
Production of clear, white, yellow, grey, or
green mucus (sputum)
Shortness of breath
Wheezing
Fatigue
Signs & symptoms of bronchitis
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Fever and chills
Chest pain or discomfort
runny nose
Sore throat
Vomiting and diarrhea
Cyanosis
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12. Pathophysiology
Smoke or another environment pollutant irritates airway
Hyper secretion of mucus and inflammation
Bronchial walls become thickened, the bronchial lumen is
narrowed and mucus may plug airway
so altered function of Alveoli cells
Respiratory infection
Emphysema and Bronchiectasis
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13. History collection
Physical examination
Chest x- rays
Sputum cultures
Pulmonary function test
Spirometer excercises
Bronchoscopy
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14. Antibiotics -
azithromycin, ceftriaxone, cefixime
Cough medicine -
Noscapine, Dextromethorphan
Bronchodilators –
salbutamol, Terbutaline
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Pharmacologic manag
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Nasal decongestants :
Phenylephrine, Oxymetazoline,
Anti-inflammatory drugs:
Ibuprofen
Antiviral medicine:
Acyclovir
Corticosteroids drugs:
Beclomethasone, dexamethasone
Pulmonary rehabilitation program : this includes work
with a respiratory therapist to help breathing.
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16. Avoiding tobacco smoke and exposure to
second hand smoke
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Avoiding people who are sick with colds
or the flu
Getting a yearly flu vaccine
Getting a pneumonia vaccine
Washing hands regularly
Avoiding cold, damp locations or areas
with a lot of air pollution
Wearing a mask around people who are
coughing and sneezing
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HEALTH EDUCATION
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18. Ineffective breathing pattern related to
shortness breathing ,mucus or broncho
constriction.
Ineffective airway clearence related to
broncho constriction.
Self care deficit related to fatigue
secondary to increased effort for
breathing.
Activity intolerence due to fatigue and
inffective breathing patterns
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19. Assess The Condition Of Patient.
Assess The Vital Signs
Provide Comfortable Position.
Change The Position Periodically.
Maintain Personal Hygiene.
Use pulse Oximetry & Suction.
Deep Breathing Exercise Learn To
Patient.
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20. Refer To Physiotherapist.
Provide Oxygen According To Physician
Order.
Provide Psychological Support To
Patient.
Provide Knowledge About Chronic
Bronchitis.
administer medication according to
physician order.
Bronchodilators, antibiotics,
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Professor MSN Department
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