Pneumonia: Diagnosis and Treatment

Summary

This program explains community-acquired pneumonia and hospital-acquired pneumonia and describes possible complications, if left untreated. It shows patients common non-invasive methods of diagnosis, like X-ray, and probable treatments while they are in the hospital. It emphasizes that patients need to take an active role in treatment leading up to discharge from the hospital. The video covers breathing exercises, controlled coughing, spirometry, walking or other activity, resting, taking medications, and eating right to regain strength.