Nu 300 exam 4 stuvia - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

What are some considerations for older adults with asthma? - ANSWERBeta adrenergic receptors which are responsible for smooth muscle relaxation and bronchodilation become less sensitive so airways are not as capable of relaxing as in younger individuals. Therefore preventing flare ups is crucial. What do you assess in a patient with asthma? - ANSWERvDetermine patterns with the symptoms vDyspnea or SOB vChest tightness vCoughing vWheezing-loudest on exhalation initially v↑ mucus product...

What is asthma? - ANSWERreversible air flow disease What induces bronchospasms in asthma? - ANSWERvPollutants vRespiratory viruses vAspirin and other NSAIDs vGERD - esp with S&S at night What are some considerations for older adults with asthma? - ANSWERBeta adrenergic receptors which are responsible for smooth muscle relaxation and bronchodilation become less sensitive so airways are not as capable of relaxing as in younger individuals. Therefore preventing flare ups is crucial. Wha...