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- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/11%3A_Gas_Exchange_Airway_Management_and_Respiratory_System_Disorders/11.10%3A_Effects_of_Smoking_Vaping_and_Environmental_Triggers_of_the_Respiratory_SystemRepeated assessment is not necessary in the case of the adult who has never used tobacco, or has not used tobacco for many years, and for whom this information is clearly documented in the medical rec...Repeated assessment is not necessary in the case of the adult who has never used tobacco, or has not used tobacco for many years, and for whom this information is clearly documented in the medical record. Regarding smoking and vaping cessation, the nurse can assess any changes in the patient cigarette/e-cigarette usage along with the patient’s symptoms and adherence to a medication regimen.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/09%3A_Management_of_Chronic_Illness/9.05%3A_Prevention_of_Chronic_DiseaseThe section discusses strategies for preventing and managing chronic diseases through modifiable lifestyle practices and health screenings. It categorizes prevention into primary (e.g., healthy eating...The section discusses strategies for preventing and managing chronic diseases through modifiable lifestyle practices and health screenings. It categorizes prevention into primary (e.g., healthy eating, exercise, smoking cessation), secondary (e.g., regular screenings for early disease detection), and tertiary (e.g., therapies and symptom management) levels.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/12%3A_Cardiovascular_System/12.06%3A_Vascular_DisordersThis section outlines the objectives and critical components of learning about vascular disease, specifically focusing on carotid artery disease and abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA). It covers the path...This section outlines the objectives and critical components of learning about vascular disease, specifically focusing on carotid artery disease and abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA). It covers the pathophysiology, risk factors, clinical manifestations, diagnostic methods, and nursing care approaches.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/16%3A_Hematopoietic_Disorders_and_Regulation/16.03%3A_PolycythemiaThis page discusses polycythemia, a condition characterized by an increased number of red blood cells (RBCs), leading to higher blood viscosity and associated complications. It outlines the pathophysi...This page discusses polycythemia, a condition characterized by an increased number of red blood cells (RBCs), leading to higher blood viscosity and associated complications. It outlines the pathophysiology, distinguishing between primary (genetic) and secondary (caused by other conditions) polycythemia, the diagnostic techniques, clinical manifestations, and nursing care strategies. Key nursing responsibilities include monitoring symptoms, educating patients, and evaluating treatment efficacy.
