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Nursing Care PlanIneffective Airway ClearanceAssessmentPatient may manifest
Ineffective Breathing PatternAssessmentPatient may manifest
Impaired Gas ExchangeAssessmentPatient may manifest
Sleep Pattern DisturbanceAssessmentPatient may manifest
Risk for Spread of InfectionAssessmentPatient may manifest
Other Possible Nursing Care Plans
Which interventions can help patients expectorate sputum?Breathing techniques, such as active cycle of breathing, body positioning and manual techniques, including percussion, shaking and vibrations, can also be used to loosen secretions and thus facilitate expectoration.
Which nursing interventions are important for the patient who is unable to cough up thick secretions?Suctioning is needed when patients are unable to cough out secretions properly due to weakness, thick mucus plugs, or excessive or tenacious mucus production. This procedure can also stimulate a cough. Frequency of suctioning should be based on patient's present condition, not on preset routine, such as every 2 hours.
What intervention can the nurse provide to decrease the viscosity of secretions?Increasing the humidity will decrease the viscosity of secretions.
What nursing interventions can be implemented to improve airway clearance?Nursing Interventions for Ineffective Airway Clearance. Position to decrease secretions. ... . Suction as needed. ... . Mobilize secretions. ... . Give respiratory medications. ... . Involve respiratory therapy. ... . Encourage fluid intake. ... . Discuss lifestyle modifications. ... . Educate on signs of ineffective airway clearance and prevention.. |