Chest Physiotherapy

Question 1

What is the purpose of CP?

Answer 1

To remove or loosen excessive bronchial secretions.

Question 2

It is also known as?

Answer 2

Broncho Pulmonary Hygiene

Question 3

to mobilise secretion?

Answer 3

deep breathing

Question 4

to liquify?

Answer 4

⬆️ OFI

Question 5

Conscious Client:

Answer 5

Cough

Question 6

Unconscious Client

Answer 6

Suctioning

Question 7

I. Methods

Answer 7

1. ) Percussion
   - cupped hands
   - striking motion
   - both hands
   - done alternately
2. ) Vibration
   - flat hands
   - shaking motion
   - both hands
   - done at the same time
3. Postural Drainage

❗️ When the nurse is asked, what is the first and last thing to do?

ANSWER: POSTURAL DRAINAGE

Question 8

Nursing Considerations

Answer 8

1.) check for doctor’s order
2.) auscultate for breath sounds
3.) best time to perform PD:
a) before meal - to prevent aspiration
b) after meal - 2-3h
c) early in the morning
d) at bedtime
4) before performing PD give:
a) bronchodilators
b) nebulisation therapy
5) each position should be assumed for: 10-15 mins / 30 mins max - to prevent exhaustion
6) do the following: percuss, vibrate, repeat
• 1 - 2 mins only - minimum / each method
• 30 mins - maximum
7) after: perform ORAL CARE
8) auscultate for breath sounds: NORMAL - BRONCHOVESICULAR SOUND

Question 9

❗️During O2 therapy, what should be eliminated?

Answer 9

a) fresh flowers
b) love letters
c) imported chocolates
d) stuff toys

ANSWER: D - because it is wool cloth that can lead to combustion!