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PATIENT WITH PROBLEM OF THE LARYNX

ACUTE LARYNGITIS

  • is an inflammation of the larynx due to extention of respiratory infection caused by bacterial organisms.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS:
  • hoarseness of voice
  • complete loss of voice
  • severe coughing
CHRONIC LARYNGITIS
  • an inflammation of the larynx characterized by persistence hoarseness of voice.
  • a complication of chronic bronchitis and chronic sinusitis.
CAUSES:
  • frequent inhalation of irritating gasses
  • excessive intake of alcohol
  • too much smoking
  • habitual over-use of voice
NURSING MEASURES
  • patient should avoid talking or over-use of voice
  • treat primary respiratory track infection
  • patient should avoid smoking
  • patient should avoid drinking alcohol

Source: medical- nursing book and my nursing notes

 

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