This assignment presents a comprehensive case study of a 59-year-old patient, Laura Purple, admitted with bronchitis. The assignment begins with an analysis of the patient's condition, detailing the pathophysiology of bronchitis, including the inflammation of bronchial tubes, and related risk factors such as asthma, smoking, hyperlipidaemia, and obesity. It then develops a detailed nursing care plan addressing key problems like the risk of infection, impaired tissue perfusion, and knowledge deficit, outlining specific goals, nursing interventions, and rationales. The assignment also includes a discussion on patient education, focusing on medication adherence and behavioral/lifestyle changes, such as smoking cessation and weight management. Furthermore, it provides in-depth information on the medications prescribed, Azithromycin and Ipratropium Bromide, detailing their mechanisms of action, and side effects. The assignment emphasizes the importance of patient education and adherence to treatment for positive outcomes.
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