Pulmonary System Disorders
Objectives
- Identify common disorders of the respiratory system
- Identify the pulmonary function across the lifespan
Assignment Overview
In this assignment, you will summarize the clinical manifestations of pulmonary system disorders across the lifespan.
Deliverables
A completed worksheet
Step 1 Choose two pulmonary disorders.
Identify two pulmonary disorders that affect people across the lifespan.
Step 2 Identify sources.
Locate at least one peer-reviewed, evidence-based journal article to use and cite in your response.
Step 3 Download the handout.
Download the Pulmonary System Disorders (opens a new window) worksheet.
Step 4 Complete the worksheet.
- In the header row of the table, enter the two disorders you chose.
- In the remaining rows of the table, enter the clinical manifestations and describe both diseases for the indicated lifespan stage.
- Be sure to cite all sources used to complete the worksheet and provide a reference in the format requested by your instructor.