How Do You Educate A Patient And His Family About Asthma Management As A Nurse?
Asthma is a disorder of the airways. The bronchi should always be open for air to pass through them and reach the lungs. In asthma, the bronchi or airways may be constricted or tight, causing them to become narrow. The lining of the airways also becomes inflamed or swollen and produce a lot of mucus which narrows the airways further. Asthma symptoms come and go and with good management may be less frequent. Nurses can provide their patient with information that will help them manage their asthma better. Avoid environmental triggers. Asthma attacks can be triggered by various environmental conditions and stimuli. It is important for an asthmatic patient to know his triggers and avoid them. Avoid medication that can trigger off an asthma attack. Drugs like beta blockers, aspiring and NSAID’s can trigger off an asthma attack, so avoid them. Use your rescue inhaler 30 minutes before exercising. Do this to prevent exercise induced asthma if you experience this. Know how to use your rescue i
