Cough Flashcards
1
Q
Know the 3 phases of a cough
A
Inspiratory
Compression
Expiratory
2
Q
Why is a cough important?
A
Clear secretions & particles!
Protects from aspirations into trachea
Without a good cough, can result in pneumonia/death
3
Q
What is EMST?
A
A training to improve cough in patients and strengthen muscles. (Expiratory Muscle Strength Training)
Improves cough, swallowing, speech breathing, and vocal training/music
4
Q
Know the principles of muscle strength training
A
Frequency/Consistency
Task specificity
Overload & resistance
Dynamic muscle contractions
5
Q
Know what a tracheostomy is
A
A trach tube goes into the trachea, below the vocal folds
