Care Plan for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Management
Category: Respiratory
Assessment
Patient presents with shortness of breath, chronic cough, and sputum production.
Diagnosis
Ineffective airway clearance related to increased mucus production.
Goals
Patient will demonstrate effective coughing techniques to clear airway secretions. Patient will maintain clear lung sounds and a respiratory rate within normal limits.
Interventions
Encourage patient to use an incentive spirometer to promote lung expansion. Administer prescribed bronchodilators to relax airway muscles and reduce symptoms. Teach patient effective coughing techniques to clear mucus. Monitor oxygen saturation levels and provide supplemental oxygen as needed.
Rationale
These interventions help maintain airway patency, improve gas exchange, and reduce the work of breathing.
Evaluation
Patient's lung sounds, oxygen saturation, and respiratory rate will be monitored to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions.
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This care plan is for educational purposes only and represents general nursing concepts.
All care plans must be individualized based on:
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