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LOWER RESPIRATORY SYSTEM DISORDER

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Overview. Lower respiratory system disorders are any infection or disease that occurs in the lower voice box of the lungs. These infections often affect the airways and the alveoli. Damage to the alveoli and the airways impacts the effective exchange of gases during each breath. Lower respiratory system disorder may lead to death and even cause disability.

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What needs to be understood is that because most of the lower respiratory disorders are viral, medications are not often used as the most appropriate treatment approach, But in case of medications are used, among the best treatment approaches for the said health conditions will entail; a) Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) will help relieve the patient of the pain and other symptoms related to lower respiratory disorders; they are the best when it comes to treating pain resulting from slow tissue damage. b) The non-medication treatment approach will involve patient education on the essence of drinking plenty of fluid. Important to note that drinking excess fluids will help replace insensible fluid losses that occur as a result of fever Excess fluids will also reduce the impacts of dehydration; Perhaps drinking excess fluid will enhance the loosening of mucus in patients with lower respiratory disorders (Petrovsky, 2016). c) Taking plenty of rest is also one of the best treatment options for lower respiratory disorders. At rest, the human body can devote more energy and other resources required to fight the viruses causing lower respiratory infections.

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I N T E R P R O F E S S I O N A L C O L L A B O R A T I V E C A R E T E A M

Management of health conditions related to the lower respiratory system requires the collaboration of competent healthcare professionals and other specialists. The key interprofessional collaborative care team for respiratory illnesses must involve doctors such as pulmonologists to diagnose and treat respiratory diseases. Nurses also play an essential role in treating respiratory diseases. They offer nursing care to the admitted patients or even make home visits to help old adults suffering from such illnesses. Essentially, nurses provide care to patients with respiratory diseases and ensure that patients are not exposed to other infections while receiving medication from the hospital. This aspect ensures that treatment outcome is quality(Petrovsky, 2016). In addition, they provide patient education on avoiding the spread and contracting of diseases arising from hospital admission. In a nutshell, nurses provide comfort to patients, encouraging them to adhere to the prescribed medications, facilitating a speedy recovery. Another essential team members in treating respiratory illnesses are the nutritionist. These specialists provide education and guide patients suffering from respiratory diseases on the proper diet to promote better infection management and quick recovery. Perhaps radiologists will also be needed in the treatment of lower respiratory diseases. Their duty is to conduct and aid in screening patients and examining the patient for further diagnostic tests. Other collaborative team members may involve social workers and public health personnel to help make patient progress follow-ups(Petrovsky, 2016).

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M U L T I D I M E N S I O N A L N U R S I N G C A R E S T R A T E G I E S

multidimensional nursing care approaches for respiratory disorders include; Strategies put forth to improve the patient airway. It is identified as airway patency, which entails removing accumulated excretion through drinking fluids that help the patient loosen secretions. In addition, it encompasses progressive coughing exercises and deep breathing techniques aimed at improving breathing and functionality of the airway (Dubey, 2016). Besides that, patient chest physiotherapy such as clapping, huffing, and vibration should be administered to promote secretion loosening and secretion mobilization. Also, nursing care such as techniques that promote patient, patient resting, and energy production will be vital in this aspect. This can be achieved via providing patient education on the essence of Semi-Fowler's in managing respiratory disorders. To reduce the possibility of worsening respiratory disease symptoms, the patient will be advised to assume Semi-Fowler's position. This will promote comfort and relation. Healthcare professionals will be required to change the patient's sleeping position frequently as required (Dubey, 2016). Nursing care with approaches that will help maintain proper nutrition and diet for

patients with respiratory disorders will help achieve desired treatment outcomes. The patient must be provided with a required diet with plenty of fluids to help restore nutrients, reduce dehydration and promote quick recovery.

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N A T I O N A L O R G A N I Z A T I O N A S A S U P P O R T R E S O U R C E

Among the primary national organization that can support and help patients affected with lower respiratory is American Lung Association. The primary responsibility of this organization is to work towards saving human love via the improvement of lung health. It also devotes itself towards preventing lung-related diseases offers a wide range of healthcare support that helps patients affected with lower respiratory diseases receive quality treatment that promotes well-being (Dubey, 2016).

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Angeline A, K. (2017). Effectiveness of balloon exercise on the level of dyspnoea among patients with lower respiratory tract disorder. Journal of Lung, Pulmonary & Respiratory Research, 4(2). doi:10.15406/jlprr.2017.04.00119 Dubey, T. (2016). Indoor air pollution due to mycoflora causes acute lower respiratory infections. The Microbiology of Respiratory System Infections, 95-112. doi:10.1016/b978-0- 12-804543-5.00007-5 Petrovsky, N. (2016). SARS coronavirus infections of the lower respiratory tract and their prevention. The Microbiology of Respiratory System Infections, 45-53. doi:10.1016/b978-0- 12-804543-5.00003-8