Respiratory Alterations Discussion 4 Respiratory Alterations Discussion 4 In clinical settings, patients often present with various respiratory symptoms such as congestion, coughing, and wheezing.
While identifying a symptom’s underlying illness can be challenging, it is essential because even basic symptoms such as persistent coughing can be a sign of a more severe disorder.
Advanced practice nurses must be able to differentiate between moderate and severe respiratory disorders, as well as properly diagnose and prescribe treatment for their patients
. For this reason, you must have an understanding of the pathophysiology of respiratory disorders. Consider the following three scenarios: Scenario 1: Ms.