The patient was having difficulty breathing. A nursing assessment found signs of respiratory distress including pallor, dyspnea, increased respiratory rate, cough with sputum, and irritability. The nursing diagnosis was impaired gas exchange related to increased residual volume in the upper and lower airways. The planned nursing interventions were to hydrate the patient, instruct them to avoid irritants like smoking, assist with breathing treatments, and administer any prescribed medications. The goal of improved breathing was partially met after 1-2 hours as evidenced by decreased respiratory effort.
The patient was having difficulty breathing. A nursing assessment found signs of respiratory distress including pallor, dyspnea, increased respiratory rate, cough with sputum, and irritability. The nursing diagnosis was impaired gas exchange related to increased residual volume in the upper and lower airways. The planned nursing interventions were to hydrate the patient, instruct them to avoid irritants like smoking, assist with breathing treatments, and administer any prescribed medications. The goal of improved breathing was partially met after 1-2 hours as evidenced by decreased respiratory effort.
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The patient was having difficulty breathing. A nursing assessment found signs of respiratory distress including pallor, dyspnea, increased respiratory rate, cough with sputum, and irritability. The nursing diagnosis was impaired gas exchange related to increased residual volume in the upper and lower airways. The planned nursing interventions were to hydrate the patient, instruct them to avoid irritants like smoking, assist with breathing treatments, and administer any prescribed medications. The goal of improved breathing was partially met after 1-2 hours as evidenced by decreased respiratory effort.
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