Atelectasis occurs when alveoli collapse, preventing respiratory exchange of carbon dioxide and oxygen

Inflammation of the trachea and bronchial tree causes congestions of the mucous membranes.

No, is a chronic condition

Patients display dyspnea, tachypnea, pleural friction rub, restlessness, hypertension, and elevated temperature.

Excessive mucus is trapped in edematous airways, obstructing airflow.

To keep the condition under control

Chest CT
ABGs
Bronchoscopy

a. Dyspnea

b. Chest pain

Any lung injury

Atelectasis can lead to stasis pneumonia and lung damage because of the secretions that are retained.

a. Cor pulmonale

b. Cyanosis

yes.avoiding any lung damage.

-Postoperatively, remind patients to cough, breathe deeply and use their incentive spirometer, and change positions every 1 to 2 hours.
-Encourage coughing and deep breathing q 1-2 hr while awake.
-Assess breath sounds frequently, documenting and reporting any changes.
-Assess color, consistency, and amount of secretions removed via either coughing or suction.
-Encourage adequate hydration to liquefy secretions.

a. Adequate hydration

b. High-protein, high calorie diet

c. Should be divided into 5-6 meals/day

More common in women.