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    This document outlines asthma, including its signs and symptoms, causes, risk factors, complications, the role of nutrition in treatment and prevention, and nursing assessments and interventions. Asthma is a condition where the airways narrow and swell, producing extra mucus and causing shortness of breath, chest tightness, wheezing, and coughing. It is triggered by allergens, infections, and stress. Risk factors include genetics, obesity, smoke exposure, and seasonal allergies. Complications involve permanent lung damage and severe asthma attacks. Nutrition plays an important role, and plant-based diets high in fruits and vegetables may help control asthma. Nurses assess patients' medical history, examine them physically and conduct

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    This document outlines asthma, including its signs and symptoms, causes, risk factors, complications, the role of nutrition in treatment and prevention, and nursing assessments and interventions. Asthma is a condition where the airways narrow and swell, producing extra mucus and causing shortness of breath, chest tightness, wheezing, and coughing. It is triggered by allergens, infections, and stress. Risk factors include genetics, obesity, smoke exposure, and seasonal allergies. Complications involve permanent lung damage and severe asthma attacks. Nutrition plays an important role, and plant-based diets high in fruits and vegetables may help control asthma. Nurses assess patients' medical history, examine them physically and conduct

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    Asthma the condition

    Raquinta Wilks

    Rasmussen College

    NUR1171

    Patricia Autumn

    January 31, 2021


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    Outline

    I. Asthma the condition

    A. Asthma is a condition in which your airways narrow and swell and may produce extra mucus.

    1. Signs and Symptoms

    a. Trouble sleeping caused by shortness of breath

    b. Chest tightness

    c. Difficulty breathing

    b. Wheezing attacks

    c. Cough

    B. What causes Asthma

    1. Triggers of Asthma

    a. Airborne allergens

    b. Respiratory infections

    c. Strong emotions and stress

    II. Asthma risks factors and compilations

    A. The risk factor contributes to how severe your asthma will be or can become

    1. Genetic factors that predisposition you for asthma

    a. Being overweight
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    b. Exposure to smoke

    c. Having another allergic condition

    d. Having a relative with asthma

    2. Environmental risk factor

    a. Air quality

    b. Pollution

    c. Seasonal allergies

    B. Complications you face when having asthma

    1. Permanent narrowing of the tubes that carry air to and from your lungs

    2. Emergency room visits and hospitalizations for severe asthma attacks

    III. Role's nutrition play in prevention and treatment of asthma and recommend diets for asthma

    patients

    A. Treatments of asthma

    1. Inhaled corticosteroids

    2. long-acting beta-agonists

    3. Environmental control measures

    B. Recommended diets for people with asthma

    1.Plant-based diets

    a. Mediterranean-style
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    b. Fruits and vegetable and whole grains consumption may reduce

    2.Examining the role of dairy in asthma control

    IV. Nursing assessment and interventions when you have been diagnosed with asthma, client education.

    A. Assessment of Doctor or Nurse

    1. Medical history

    2. Physical exam

    3. Test

    a. Spirometry

    b. Exhaled nitric oxide test

    B. Intervention and Education

    1. Follow your asthma action plan.

    2. Identify and avoid asthma triggers.

    3. Take your medication as prescribed


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    Reference

    Asthma | CDC. https://www.cdc.gov/asthma/default.htm

    Asthma diet: Does what you eat make a difference? - Mayo .... https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-

    conditions/asthma/expert-answers/asthma-diet/faq-20058105

    Asthma - Symptoms, and causes - Mayo Clinic. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-

    conditions/asthma/symptoms-causes/syc-20369653

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