Chest physiotherapy to alleviate symptoms of bronchopneumonia

Abstract

Bronchopneumonia is an acute infection in the lower respiratory tract, specifically affecting the lung lobules. It begins in the lung parenchyma and extends to the bronchi, often caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria. Bronchopneumonia increases mucus production, leading to clinical manifestations, one of which is ineffective airway clearance. Ineffective airway clearance occurs when a person is unable to clear secretions or airway obstructions effectively, thereby keeping the airway open. Nursing care can be provided to help clear mucus using non-pharmacological therapies, such as chest physiotherapy. The purpose of this study is to assess the effectiveness of chest physiotherapy in clearing mucus for cases of bronchopneumonia at Tidar District Hospital in Magelang. This case study is carried out through a systematic and structured nursing care approach. Based on the treatment provided using chest physiotherapy in bronchopneumonia cases, the results indicate an improvement in the symptoms of bronchopneumonia. It can be concluded that chest physiotherapy effectively aids in clearing mucus in children with ineffective airway clearance.

Keywords: Chest physiotherapy; symptoms management; hospital care; nursing care; medical care