ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATE:
System Disorder
STUDENT NAME _____________________________________
COPD
DISORDER/DISEASE PROCESS __________________________________________________________
Alterations in
Health (Diagnosis)
Pathophysiology Related
to Client Problem
Abnormal breathing, reduced
intolerance to activities
Impaired gas exchange
REVIEW MODULE CHAPTER ___________
Health Promotion and
Disease Prevention
decrease smoking,
influenza vaccine
ASSESSMENT
SAFETY
CONSIDERATIONS
Risk Factors
Expected Findings
Exposure to air pollutants, smoking,
second hand smoke, environment,
working with chemicals dust and fumes,
genetics Alpha -1 deficiency.
Laboratory Tests
Productive and non-productive
cough, anoxeria, lack of
energy,respiratory acidios, tripod
positioning
Diagnostic Procedures
Hematocrit, hemoglobin, sputum
cultures,
Chest xray, Lung pulmonary
function test,CT scan, ABG
PATIENT-CENTERED CARE
Nursing Care
Monitor respiratory rate and depth.
Monitor oxygen saturation.
Monitor vitals.Monitor patients
behavior and mental
status.Monitor skin color. Position
patient
Therapeutic Procedures
Position patient in a
semi-fowlers position
elevating the height of the
bed. Encourage coughing
and deep breathing.
Take medication
as prescribed.
Slowly increase
activity. Increase
healthy intake.
Decrease or stop
smoking.
Complications
Medications
Bronchodilator
and/or steriods.
Oxygen
therapy.
Client Education
Teach the importance of not smoking
espceially if receiving home oxygen
therapy. Avoid flames, oxygen is
combustible. Teach the importance of
avoiding tripping hazards. Educate the
patient on the appropiate way to
administer medication.
Interprofessional Care
Respiratory therapist,
Nutritionist, Rehabilition
service
Respiratory
infection, Heart
failure,
Depression, High
Blood pressure