Often due to RSV infection, severe bronchiole
inflammation. Occurs most frequently in infants,
especially boys. Provide O2 therapy, allow pt to remain
in comfortable position. Reassess frequently and be
prepared to manage airway/positive pressure ventilation
, 1. Chronic cough w/ sputum production
2. Wheezing
3. cyanosis
Bronchitis Signs and
4. Tachypnea
Symptoms
Type of COPD, can be due to tobacco. When excess
mucus created.
1. cough
Common Cold 2. runny/stuffy nose
3. sore throat
slow process of dilation/disruption of airways/alveoli
COPD
caused by chronic bronchial obstruction
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