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Respiratory Diseases Resources & COVID-19

 There are many kinds of respiratory diseases which effect the effectiveness of the way an individual takes in and expels air.  This is a link to a website where it explains the different types of respiratory diseases including Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder (COPD), Pneumonia, and many others: https://www.webmd.com/lung/lung-diseases-overview However, during this pandemic, COVID-19 has been a huge focus for many. The actual name of the current virus, is under the name SARS-CoV-2, which stands for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome 2. Since this is a new virus, this means that no one (unless you previously had it), has antibodies (the bodies defense system, which recognize and attack viruses and bacteria) against it, meaning that everyone who has not had it before is at risk of catching and spreading the virus. Exposure to the virus SARS-CoV-2, is what causes the disease known as COVID-19. COVID-19 is a severe respiratory illness, which means it affects the airwa...
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Respiratory Medication

Common Types of Respiratory Medications Used for Treating Breathing Problems Respiratory medicines assist you to breathe easier, this is usually done while treating different kinds of breathing problems such as shortness of breath and wheezing. Some of these interventions involve inhaling medications with nebulizer devices in a mist-like form. There are different kinds of medicines that can be recommended by doctors for the treatment of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), cystic fibrosis, asthma and more. Examples of these medication include: Antimicrobial medications These medication are responsible for treating bacterial infections. These medicines include tobramycin (TOBI), ribavirin (Virazole), pentamidine (Nebupent) etc. Such kinds of medicines are used for managing breathing infections (Health News, 2016). Corticosteroids This medication is a steroid that is used to reduce swelling in the airways (Health News, 2016).  An ex...
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Checklist for Anxiety Strategies

  Actions Implemented Not Implemented State Why You’re Anxious (if possible)     Confirm Symptoms of Anxiety     Take a Short Break     Move to a Different Location     Relieve Tension from the Neck     Focus on Relaxed Breathing     Take Time for Mindfulness Practices (Self Reflection, Meditation, etc..)     Consider Positive Outcomes     Talk to Somebody You Trust     Get a Drink of Water     Eat a Healthy Snack                      ...
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Checklist for Communication Techniques

  Communication Strategies Yes No 1.Introduced Self and Role     2.Open Ended Questions     3. Avoided Using Medical Jargon     4. Maintained Eye Contact     5. Maintained Open Body Language     6. Supportive Language Used to Patient     7. Showed Patient Their Vital Signs (if asked)     8. Established Rapport     9. Asked The Patient if They Were in Pain                                                          ...
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