MUW RN-BSN TUPELO SHERPATH FOR PATHOPHY
MUW RN-BSN TUPELO SHERPATH FOR PATHOPHY
6th Edition
ISBN: 9780323474702
Author: HUETHER
Publisher: ELSEVIER
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Chapter 27.1, Problem 1QC
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To explain: The primary signs and symptoms of pulmonary disease.

Concept introduction: Pulmonary diseases are mainly classified as obstructive or restrictive, acute or chronic, and infectious or non-infectious. The signs and symptoms of pulmonary diseases are common and are associated with the primary lung disorders but also with diseases of other organ systems. These are mainly the primary symptoms of various diseases.

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Pulmonary diseases are the pathological conditions that affect the tissues and organs, which are involved in gas exchange process in higher organisms. Pulmonary diseases are related to many signs and symptoms. These are mainly discussed below:

  • Cough
  • Dyspnea
  • Abnormal septum
  • Abnormal breathing pattern
  • Hemoptysis
  • Cyanosis
  • Hyperventilation and hypoventilation
  • Clubbing
  • Chest pain

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