5 Impaired Gas Exchange Nursing Care Plans | 合法醫療器材資訊網

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Impaired gas exchange is a common nursing diagnosis that refers to a patient’s inability to effectively exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide in the lungs. This condition can be caused by a variety of factors, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pneumonia, asthma, and other respiratory illnesses.

It is important to understand the common causes of impaired gas exchange. Here is a brief explanation of some key factors that can lead to this condition:

Respiratory Infections: Infections such as pneumonia[1], bronchitis[2], and tuberculosis[3] can cause inflammation and fluid accumulation in the lungs, impairing the exchange of gases.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): COPD[4], which includes conditions like chronic bronchitis and emphysema, leads to airway obstruction and damage to the lung tissue, making it difficult for oxygen to enter the bloodstream and carbon dioxide to be expelled.

Asthma: Asthma[5]...