CHAPTER

Respiratory

Conditions

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Learning Objectives

At the end of the chapter, the student will be able to

1 Describe the pathology for several illnesses of the respiratory system.

2 Describe the assessment signs and symptoms seen in children with res-

piratory difficulties.

3 Relate the assessment findings regarding respiratory difficulties specif-

ically to the most common childhood illnesses in the upper and lower

respiratory system.

4 Discuss the treatment recommended for viral and infectious disease

processes of the upper and lower respiratory system.

5 Provide support to the child and family through education on measures

that will encourage compliance and minimize physical and psychological

morbidity of respiratory illnesses.

6 Recognize cardinal signs and symptoms of the respiratory system that

suggest life-threatening emergencies.