Pulmonary Edema

In this lesson, we go over pulmonary edema and how it is related to not only lung function, but also to cardiac function.  We will also talk about signs and symptoms and potential complications of pulmonary edema nurses need to carefully assess for.   Finally we will identify treatment methods and priority nursing interventions for maintaining cardiac and respiratory function.

Learning Objectives:

Upon the completion of this lesson, learners will be able to:

1. Describe pulmonary edema
2. State causes and risk factors for developing pulmonary edema
3. Summarize signs and symptoms of pulmonary edema
4. Review potential complications of pulmonary edema
5. Establish nursing interventions for clients with pulmonary edema