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ATI system disorder for pneumonia

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ATI system disorder for pneumonia:

Definition of pneumonia	The infection of the lung is called pneumonia. It inflames the air sacs in one or both the lungs.
Causes	Bacteria - Streptococcus pneumoniae Virus- respiratory syncytial virus, H. influenzae Fungi- Cryptococcus, Histoplasma, and Coccidioides
Risk factors	Infants Young children People older than 65 years Immune-compromised people People with pre-existing health problems Smoking
Signs and symptoms	Chest pain when you breathe or cough Confusion or changes in mental awareness (in adults age 65 and older) Cough, which may produce phlegm Fatigue Fever, sweating and shaking chills Lower than normal body temperature (in adults older than age 65 and people with weak immune systems) Nausea, vomiting or diarrhea Shortness of breath
Types	Community-acquired Hospital-acquired Health care-acquired Aspiration
Diagnosis	Blood tests Chest X-ray Pulse oximetry Sputum test CT scan Pleural fluid culture
Treatment	Antibiotics Cough suppressants Anti-pyretics Analgesics Bronchodilators
Complications	Bacteremia Difficulty breathing Pleural effusion Lung abscess
Prevention	Vaccination Practice good hygiene Smoking cessation Build up good immunity
Home remedies	Plenty of rest Hydration Take medications
Nursing care	1) position client to maximize ventilation (high-Fowler's = 90%) 2) encourage coughing or suction to remove secretions 3) administer breathing treatments and medications as prescribed 4) administer O2 therapy as prescribed 5) monitor for skin breakdown around the nose and mouth from the oxygen device 6) encourage deep breathing with an incentive spirometer to prevent alveolar collapse 7) determine the client's physical limitations and structure activity to include periods of rest 8) promote adequate nutrition 9) encourage fluid intake of 2-3 L/day to promote hydration and thinning of secretions, unless contraindicated due to another condition 10) provide rest periods for older adults who have dyspnea 11) reassure client who is experiencing respiratory distress