Question

Grief, Loss, and Palliative Care:Manefistations of Cheyne-Stokes Respirations

1) Safety Considerations

2) Interprofessional Communications

Answer 1

Cheyne-Stokes Respiration is an abnormal condition in which pattern of breathing characterized by progressively deeper, and sometimes faster, breathing followed by a gradual decrease that results in a temporary stop in breathing called an apnea. The pattern repeats, with each cycle usually taking 30 seconds to 2 minutes. This respiratory condition occurs both during sleep and wakefulness but mostly occurs while sleeping.

It can happen to any of the person, but mostly seen in the patient having heart problem as well as respiration problem or infection. Diagnosing Cheyne-Stokes respiration can be difficult as it most commonly occurs during sleep. Those who are experiencing the symptoms of Cheyne-Stokes or other abnormal breathing patterns should consult a doctor, who may make a diagnosis based on symptoms and a physical examination. If the condition occurs at night, a doctor may recommend a polysomnography, which is a type of sleep study. This type of study is carried out at a hospital or sleep center. It records heart rate, breathing rate, brain waves, blood oxygen levels, eye movements, and other movements during sleep.

It can be treated as pateint by treating the underlying congestive heart failure may help alleviate symptoms of Cheyne-Stokes respiration or by supplying the sufficient amount of oxyegen as short-term oxygen treatment during sleep can reduce Cheyne-Stokes respiration. As we know that prevention is better than cure so it can be prevented by the medical conditions that are associated with it, including heart failure and stroke.People with these conditions should ensure they follow their treatment plan to help manage their symptoms, which may help prevent Cheyne-Stokes respiration.Avoiding exposure to heavy metals and other toxins, which can cause toxic encephalopathy, will also help prevent the condition.