In this assignment, you will summarize the clinical manifestations of pulmonary system disorders across the lifespan

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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.