How to Treatment techniques Flashcards
1
Q
Explain how you would use ACBT.
A
Relaxed breathing 20-30 3-4 deep breaths with a 2/3 second hold Relaxed breathing 3-4 deep breaths Relaxed breathing Small huff (and cough)
10 minutes
2
Q
Explain how you would do a supported cough.
A
Towel held then cough sat down
Then teach pt
3
Q
Explain how you would do percussions.
A
Used a cupped hand
Use a towel
On expiration
3-5 minutes
4
Q
Explain how you would do vibrations.
A
Flat hand
On expiration
3-5 minutes
5
Q
Explain how you would do incentive spirometry.
2 types
A
Volume orientated
Flow orientated
Normal full inspiration Breath held for 3-5 seconds Exhale normally 10 breaths Relaxed breathing
6
Q
Explain how you would use a PEP.
A
Patient inhales slowly at normal TV
Briefly held at top
Exhale actively but not forcefully
10 PEP breaths then relaxed breathing
2 x 15 mins or 3x10 min sessions per day
7
Q
Explain how you would use a flutter.
A
Hold flutter between lips Inhale through nose Hold breath for 2-3 seconds Exhale at twice normal speed and give full expiration 4-5 breaths than relaxed breathing 5 mins for COPD and 20 for CF
8
Q
Explain how you would use an acapella.
A
Sitting with elbows resting on table Put setting to 1 Slightly deeper breath than usual Hold for 2-3 seconds Exhale actively but not forcefully (Should be 3-4 longer) Perform 10-20 breaths
9
Q
Explain how you would use relaxed breathing techniques.
A
Inhale to slowly raise the balls up Full inspiration Hold for 3-5 seconds Normal expiration 10 breaths then RB
