pleural effusion occur when too much fluid collect in the pleural space. (the space between the two layer of the pleura)
** "It is commonly known as water in the lungs " **
Definition :-
Pleural effusion is an accumulation of fluid in the pleural space.
Etiology :-
Heart failure
Liver failure
Pneumonia
Renal failure
Pulmonary embolism
Tuberculosis
Pulmonary infection
Connective tissue disorder
Neoplastic tumors
Sign & symptoms :-
Chest pain
Chills
Fever
Pneumonia
Cough
Complication
Respiratory failure
Diagnostic evaluation :-
History collection
Physical examination
Chest CT scan
Pleural biopsy
Chest X Ray
Pleural aspiration
Para synthesis
Treatment :-
1. Thoracentesis
2. Pleural drain
3. Tube thoracostomy (chest tube)
4. Pleurodesis
5. Pleural decortication
Management :-
Treatment is aim under line cause (heart disease infection tumors)
Thoracentesis is done to remove fluid collect a specimen and relieve dyspnea.
Nursing management
1. Elevate head of bed, change position regular
2. Provide fowler or semi fowler position to expand lung properly and relieve dyspnea
3. Encourage for bed rest to reduce oxygen consumption
4. Provide nutrition diet
5. Administrator antimicrobial agents
By : @ummedsaini_
