Assignments
Chapter 21: Caring for Clients with Lower Respiratory Disorders
Written Assignments / Learning Objectives1. Write a short essay about one pulmonary circulatory disorder. Discuss pathophysiology, etiology, assessment findings, and medical management. / 5, 6
2. Compare and contrast acute respiratory failure and chronic respiratory failure. / 8
Group Assignments / Learning Objectives
1. Divide into small groups, and discuss conditions that may lead to acute respiratory distress syndrome. / 7
Clinical Assignments / Learning Objectives
1. Interview a nurse or a doctor that cares for clients with lung cancer. Discuss the difficulties in diagnosis of early lung cancer. / 9
2. Visit a hospital. Observe the preparation for a client having thoracic surgery or the care of a client that has undergone thoracic surgery. Explain the purpose of the surgery, perioperative assessment, and postoperative care. / 10, 11, 12
Web Assignments / Learning Objectives
1. Research bronchitis, and prepare a report on the following:
· Types of bronchitis
· Causes of the disease
· Correlation between environmental pollution and bronchitis
· Measures to reduce bronchitis / 1, 2, 3, 4