Pneumonia is a common acute respiratory infection that affects the lung parenchyma, i.e. the alveoli and distal airways in the lower respiratory tract. Rather than a single disease, pneumonia is an umbrella term for a group of syndromes caused by a variety of microorganisms resulting in varied manifestations and sequelae. It is a major health problem globally, associated with high morbidity and short and long-term mortality in all age groups.
We recently spoke to Clinical Nurse Practitioner and Associate Lecturer South East Technological University Theresa Lowry Lehnen to find out more about this common respiratory condition.
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