Article C2583

Pediatric Bronchiolitis Obliterans and Bronchiolitis Obliterans Syndrome: Nursing Consideration

Author(s): Jared Deffler, MSN, CRNP, CPNP-AC, CCRN, C-NPT, CFRN

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CERP A 1.00

Expires Jul 28, 2028

Topics: Pulmonary

Population: Pediatric

Role: APRN, Staff

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Bronchiolitis obliterans/bronchiolitis obliterans syndrome is an irreversible, obstructive lung disease characterized by the narrowing of bronchioles by lung fibrosis, inflammation, and scarring. Knowledge of risk factors, signs, and current treatments for bronchiolitis obliterans/bronchiolitis obliterans syndrome can help acute care and critical care nurses decelerate progression of the disease.

Objectives

  • Describe the disease process of Bronchiolitis Obliterans/Bronchiolitis Obliterans Syndrome and the treatment modalities.
  • Discuss pertinent nursing considerations in caring for this patient population.
  • Compare and contrast the 3 main etiologies of pediatric bronchiolitis obliterans/bronchiolitis obliterans syndrome.