Nurs 611 Advanced Pathophysiology

Directions

The purpose of this assignment is to explore the function of the pulmonary system and the pathophysiology of pulmonary disorders.

Prepare a two- to three-page Microsoft Word paper. Utilize at least three scholarly and current references to support your writing. Utilize

current APA format

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Explain the pathophysiology of ONE of the following pulmonary disorders:

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease—choose either emphysema or chronic bronchitis

A restrictive lung disorder

Asthma in adults

A pulmonary vascular disorder or disease

A malignancy of the pulmonary system

Asthma in children

Cystic fibrosis

Bronchiectasis

Discuss clinical manifestations associated with the disease process, including the relationships between the pathophysiologic processes and the clinical manifestations. (How do the clinical manifestations occur?)

Explain the clinical implications for an individual with the disorder.