Choose two infectious disease processes that either affect ventilation, oxygenation or perfusion
Choose two infectious disease processes that either affect ventilation, oxygenation or perfusion. Describe in detail how the infectious process affects the lungs in each selected disease process. Focus on how the infections can cause problems with ventilation, gas exchange/diffusion across the alveoli, and oxygenation. Of the two infectious disease processes chosen, list the risk factors for each that predispose the patient to the infectious disease process. What are the complications of each disease process if left untreated?
