It is an infection and inflammation of the lungs. It can be caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi or parasites. It can occur in all sexes and ages. It is most common in children under 5 years old, the elderly, those with underlying diseases. or people with immunocompromised conditions

Symptoms

Pneumonia can be caused by viruses, bacteria and fungi entering the respiratory tract.

Infectious pneumonia from close contact with patients both inside and outside the hospital. By not wearing a mask or washing hands regularly

Infectious pneumonia due to lack of oral hygiene. causing pathogens to enter the respiratory tract

Infectious pneumonia from more than 48 hours of ventilator use or prolonged bed rest. not physically active Decreased lung function.

Infectious pneumonia from aspiration

Prevention of pneumonia

Get vaccinated

Refrain from smoking

Get enough sleep

Wash your hands regularly

Oral hygiene

Eat nutritious food from all 5 groups

Exercise regularly for 30 minutes or more per day

Avoid close contact with patients. Or wear a mask while close to the patient.

What can be done…even at home for pneumonia patients

Clean your mouth. to reduce the accumulation of bacteria or germs that may enter the respiratory tract

“Sit up straight.” Sit with your hands behind your head and breathe through your nose. Bring your elbows together and bow your head. With a long exhalation through the nose

“Sit back straight.” Inhale through your nose. let the belly bloated out Hold your breath for 3 seconds, exhaling a long breath through your nose. Let the stomach flatten down

“Sit back straight.” Take a deep breath through your nose. make an O-shaped mouth Blow out the air for about 6 seconds.