How to care for the elderly with pneumonia

Elderly patients are prone to lung inflammation after infection with pathogenic bacteria due to decreased physical function and reduced immunity. Therefore, the following points should be paid attention to in daily life:

1. Pay attention to rest: ensure sufficient sleep time and avoid staying up late and overwork;

2. Keep indoor air circulation: open windows for ventilation 3-4 times a day, not less than half an hour each time, and pay attention to keeping warm to prevent the occurrence of colds and other diseases caused by cold;

3. Dietary conditioning: light and easy-to-digest foods should be the mainstay, and more fresh vegetables and fruits and high-quality protein foods such as eggs and milk should be used to supplement nutrients; At the same time, it is necessary to drink more water to promote the body's metabolism, which is conducive to the recovery of diseases.

If the condition is severe, it is necessary to seek medical attention in time to avoid delaying the best time for treatment. Usually, elderly patients with mild pneumonia can be treated with antibiotics as prescribed, such as amoxicillin capsules or cefixime dispersible tablets. For severe cases, intravenous drugs such as sodium penicillin or levofloxacin sodium chloride solution are required to control symptoms. In addition, it can also relieve the symptoms of cough and sputum through nebulized inhalation, and commonly used drugs include budesonide suspension, terbutaline sulfate aerosol, etc.

In addition, it is necessary to regularly go to the hospital for routine blood examinations and chest CT and other related auxiliary examinations to confirm the diagnosis, and take targeted treatment measures according to the specific cause. If respiratory failure is present, oxygen support should be given promptly, and mechanical ventilation should be used if necessary to improve hypoxic status.