News from Lippincott's Nursing Center Resources
Lisa M. Bonsall, MSN, RN, CRNP,
Clinical Editor, NursingCenter.com
Asthma - a chronic lung disease which affects people of all ages - is a disease that can be managed, but not cured. Sometimes symptoms are mild and go away on their own or after minimal treatment; other times, worsening symptoms lead to exacerbations, which require more invasive interventions. To best help patients manage their disease, it is imperative that we keep our own knowledge up-to-date. A thorough understanding of the risk factors, pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, diagnostic tests, and available treatments will help us provide the best care and patient education.
Chances are, no matter where you practice, you've encountered patients experiencing symptoms or reporting a history of asthma in themselves or their family. Let us help you brush up on the basics of asthma, be prepared for emergencies, understand available treatments, and access information specific to the pediatric population. We've compiled the resources - take some time to explore them!
http://www.nursingcenter.com/home/Asthma.asp
Friday, November 6, 2009
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