Shaking and vibrations Flashcards
1
Q
considerations
A
osteoporosis burns, surgery, chest drains severe clotting disorder CS instability surgical emphysema loss of skin integrity recent pacemaker replacement
2
Q
What is the goal?
A
performed over a towel to reduce sensory stimulating over the skin
can soothe those who are breathless
prevents airway closure with relaxed deep breaths
3
Q
What are the precautions?
A
pain
potential for spontaneous bleeding
undrained pneumothorax
4
Q
What are the precautions?
A
excessive secretions
retained secretions
