Pulmonary edema
Pulmonary edema is a condition fluid accumulated in the lungs ( alveoli ). The accumulated fluid leads to shortness of breath.
Causes :
Symptoms :
Symptoms of pulmonary edema include
- Difficulty in breathing when sitting or orthopnea position.
Other symptoms include
Anxiety
Restlessness
Decreased level of conscious
Sweating excessive
Sweating of legs
Swelling of abdominal
Pulmonary Oedema Management
L : LasixM : Morphin
N : Nitroglycerin
O : Oxygen ( CPAP : Continue Positive Airway Pressure )
P : Prop Up Position
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