WONG, LECERY C.

Activity for day 2: RESPIRATORY DISORDERS

BSN 3B1 August 13, 2021

TUBERCULOSIS

Tuberculosis is a disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Although TB is thought

of as a lung disease, it can attack other parts of the body such as the spine, kidney and brain.
Left untreated, TB can be fatal. It is spread through droplets in the air when an infected person
coughs, sneezes or talks. Once considered eradicated, TB is making a comeback, with stronger
and more antibiotic-resistant strains.

1. MODE OF TRANSMISSION

The mode of transportation is how the bacterium moves from one place to another. Many
bacterium are transported by unwashed hands that transmit the bacterium to other
surfaces. With TB, however, the mode of transmission is the cough or sneeze that releases TB
bacterium into the air. It can then be inhaled by another person in the room. With TB, however,
the mode of transmission is the cough or sneeze that releases TB bacterium into the air.

2. CAUSATIVE ORGANISM
Mycobacterium tuberculosis is the causative organism of TB . It is an obligate, pathogenic, rod-
shaped and non-motile organism belonging to the family Mycobacteriaceae. It is highly resistant
to adverse conditions, thus, it can remain alive in dust for several months.

3. SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS FOR TUBERCULOSIS

 A bad cough that lasts 3 weeks or longer

 Coughing up blood
 Chest pain
 Fever
 Fatigue
 Loss of appetite
 Unintended weight loss
 Chills
 Night sweats

4. NURSING INTERVENTIONS

 Promoting airway clearance. The nurse instructs the patient about correct positioning to
facilitate drainage and to increase fluid intake to promote systemic hydration.
 Adherence to the treatment regimen. The nurse should teach the patient that TB is a
communicable disease and taking medications is the most effective means of preventing
transmission.
 Promoting activity and adequate nutrition. The nurse plans a progressive activity
schedule that focuses on increasing activity tolerance and muscle strength and a nutritional
plan that allows for small, frequent meals.
 Preventing spreading of tuberculosis infection. The nurse carefully instructs the patient
about important hygienic measures including mouth care, covering the mouth and nose
when coughing and sneezing, proper disposal of tissues, and handwashing.
 Disposal. Place a covered trash can nearby or tape a lined bag to the side of the
bed to dispose of used tissues.

5. DRUGS FOR TUBERCULOSIS

 Dexamethasone
 Ethambutol
 Isoniazid
 Rifampin
 Levofloxacin
 Levaquin

REFERENCES:

Pulmonary Tuberculosis: Nursing Care Management and Study Guide. (2021). Retrieved 14 August 2021, from
https://nurseslabs.com/pulmonary-tuberculosis/