Summary Of Smoking Cessation For Management Of COPD

The positive outcome of the acute treatment of the patient helped me feel more confident in communicating with patients. The patient commented on his appreciation of having the ambulance service available, in his time of need. I told the patient this was my first week on the road, and he said that he was happy with my performance. My paramedic mentor gave me positive feedback on my ability to communicate well with the patient. The treatment package contributed to a good understanding of how the therapeutic respiratory drugs worked and how quickly they became effective. I found out that COPD patients should only permitted to have increased oxygen levels for no longer, than six minutes as stated in (section 27 of B R O’Driscoll, etal

It is very important to play a key role in empowering Mr Abraham to cut down on how much he smokes in order for him to be able to manage his condition well, which will help him understand the value of health and understand some of the known complications of  COPD (NMC 2009).

The smoking cessation was witnessed by the author throughout her placement. This was used on a daily basis in the community by district nurses, health visitors, but especially by the general practice nurses as being incorporated in each consultation in the form of advices, leaflets, smoking cessation programs including medication and follow-ups.

R.W. appears with progressive difficulty getting his breath while doing simple tasks, and also having difficulty doing any manual work, complains of a cough, fatigue, and weight loss, and has been treated for three respiratory infections a year for the past 3 years. On physical examination, CNP notice clubbing of his fingers, use accessory muscles for respiration, wheezing in the lungs, and hyperresonance on percussion of the lungs, and also pulmonary function studies show an FEV1 of 58%. These all symptoms and history represented here most strongly indicate the probability of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). COPD is a respiratory disease categorized by chronic airway inflammation, a decrease in lung function over time, and gradual damage in quality of life (Booker, 2014).

Smoking is a severe health issue which can results in pain, sickness and depression. Not only does the misuses of tobacco and nicotine have a devastating

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is in the top five principal cause of death in the U.S. The disease is an abnormal inflammatory reaction in the lungs with limited airflow. COPD characteristically arises around the age 35. Smoking continues to be the main source of COPD, but is not the only known root cause. In many studies, smoking explanations for at least three fourths of COPD cases ("Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | University of Maryland Medical Center," n.d.). Stopping smoking has been known to improve lung capabilities and help to prevent death from COPD. Genetic conditions and introductions to airborne toxins, irritants and gasses are correspondingly involved in the growth of the illness. A complete treatment plan could comprise of lifestyle changes, one or more medications, patient education, oxygen therapy respiratory rehabilitation, and surgery ("Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | University of Maryland Medical Center," n.d.).

We have come a long way in terms of health care advancement since the 1900’s. We moved away from the spontaneous generation to evidence-based practice. We have made major stripes in all avenues, especially health promotion, healthy living, and prevention/control of diseases. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), smoking is the leading cause of heart diseases, stroke, respiratory diseases and certain forms of cancer. Over the past 50 years there has been various regulations and law in place to help control these smoking related diseases. Other measures include the limitation of smoking scene in movies, and other television programs. Also the cessation of smoking from public places has lessened the amount of people

The American Lung Association offers smoking cessation programs; most individuals find it difficult to stop smoking even after being diagnosed with COPD. These programs help smokers to quit and provide insight and support needed by a number of people who face the challenges on where to begin. The American Lung Association offers tips on how to quit smoking, how to formulate a plan and other community resources (American Lung Association, 2016). For those who need extra help, ALA offers, “FreedomFromSmoking group clinics” and “FreedomFromSmoking online” (ALA, 2016). Conversely, individuals who lack transportation or access to the internet may face some limitations, not to mention the physical barriers COPD patients already

Cigarette smoking is widely accepted as one of the most readily available addictive substances a person can buy. A person may visit any corner store, any gas station, and there would be a strong chance cigarettes would be sold behind the register. A respiratory Therapists practice revolves around the lungs, not only do they treat patients suffering from pulmonary diseases, but they also help patients move away from unhealthy habits which may have a damaging impact on their lungs and respiratory system, namely smoking. The following points will further explore the Respiratory Therapist part in smoking cessation, such as their role in patient education and prevention, patient counseling as well as their role in forming a treatment

Researchers and doctors all over the world constantly discuss smoking problems. There is an incredible amount of information offered to people who fight the desire to light a cigarette, on a daily basis. But, as any drug, smoking is difficult to be forgotten, even with all the issues it brings.

Smoking cessation: The status is uncontrolled and patient is willing to try to quit smoking.

Quitting cigarette smoking: The most effective and important treatment for COPD is to quit cigarette smoking. Patients who continue to smoke will have rapid deterioration in lung function in comparison to those who quit. The aging process itself can cause a very slow decline in lung function. Cigarette smoking can result in a

This paper seeks to convince the audience to stop smoking; furthermore, it empathize the negative aspects of smoking. In addition, this paper will also reiterate the positive effects of not smoking. The Christopher LaClair states that the Center of Disease Control reported that 443,000 individual died from smoking and related diseaes. LeClair’s objective is to persuade you quit smoking, and to surround yourself with a support network of friends and family. The speaker addressed his topic fluently and coherently throughout his speech; therefore, LaClair made strong statements supported by facts.

Smoking is the leading cause of preventable death in the United States. Smoking cigarettes can do very fatal damages human health (Bender 17). There are over fifty ways of making life miserable through smoking due to illnesses, and more than twenty ways of killing a person (“Action on Smoking and Health” 1). The probability that someone who smokes will develop a major complication in their health is one hundred percent; no matter what, it will happen (Bender 33). Smoking cigarettes or any other drug is the major cause of lung cancer and cardiovascular diseases. These contributions can lead to other types of cancers, birth defects, and childhood respiratory illnesses (Bender 17-19). Along with these major health

Wherever we go, we can see people smoking. It has become a daily necessity for smokers and is difficult to control. People who are smoking are at a higher risk to develop respiratory diseases, cardiovascular diseases and diseases related to mental condition. It is true that people become relaxed after smoking, but it has long lasting major health problems and leads to