Pulmonary Rehab Flashcards
1
Q
Which patients are most suitable for pulmonary rehab
A
Those with COPD- who rank 3-5 on the dyspnoea scale meaning they have disability due to breathlessness
2
Q
What is the structure of the programme: length, aims etc
A
Attend twice a week for 6-12 weeks
supervised programme run by MDT team
based on exercise and education
Focus on aerobic and muscle training
3
Q
Benefits of pulmonary rehab (4)
A
Positive cycle of change: increase exercise tolerance, increase muscle strength, decrease breathlessness, increase quality of life etc
4
Q
Contraindications: who is excluded from pulmonary rehab (5)
A
Unstable angina Recent MI (last 6 weeks) Unstable BP Unstable diabetes Cognitive or compliance issues
5
Q
What assessments are used in pul rehab?
A
Shuttle walk 6 min
Bleep test
6
Q
Aims of rehab
A
Reduce symptoms of breathlessness, improve function, give support
