Emphysema

Emphysema Teaching 1077

Instructed on some factors that may increase the risk of developing/exacerbating Emphysema, such as: recurrent respiratory infections and allergies, among others.

Emphysema Teaching 1078

Instructed on some factors that may increase the risk of developing/exacerbating Emphysema, such as: advanced age and continual exposure to harmful irritants (e.g., occupational hazards, air pollution and cigarette smoking), among others.

Emphysema Teaching 1079

Instructed on some signs/symptoms of Emphysema, such as: shortness of breath and barrel chest, among others.

Emphysema Teaching 1080

Instructed on some signs/symptoms of Emphysema, such as: loss of appetite and weight loss, among others.

Emphysema Teaching 1081

Instructed on some signs/symptoms of Emphysema, such as: cough, weakness and wheezing, among others.

Emphysema Teaching 1082

Instructed on some measures aimed to managing/controlling Emphysema, such as: avoid/decrease exposure to respiratory irritants (e.g., cigarette smoking, air pollution, aerosol sprays, cold air, strong wind), among others.

Emphysema Teaching 1083

Instructed on some measures aimed to managing/controlling Emphysema, such as: avoid fatigue by using energy-conserving techniques, among others.

Emphysema Teaching 1084

Instructed on some measures aimed to managing/controlling Emphysema, such as: avoid/decrease exposure to excessive heat (which increases oxygen requirements) and avoid/decrease exposure to excessive cold (which increases possibility of bronchospasm), among others.

Emphysema Teaching 1085

Instructed on some measures aimed to managing/controlling Emphysema, such as: eat a well-balanced diet, high in protein, fat and calories, among others.

Emphysema Teaching 1086

Instructed on some measures aimed to managing/controlling Emphysema, such as: eat small, frequent meals and chew slowly, among others.