Tapotment Flashcards
1
Q
Operates to stimulate, relax, or exhaust a body part through the response of the nerves
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Tapotement
2
Q
Releases pain
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Tapotement
3
Q
Can decongest the lungs of mucous
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Tapotement
4
Q
Reaches deep areas of muscles
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Tapotement
5
Q
_______ percussion will help close capillaries. _____ percussion will help open the capillaries.
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Light, heavy, Tapotement
6
Q
Will initially create a stimulating effect and eventually cause a sedating effect
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Tapotement
7
Q
Increases peristaltic activity
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Tapotement
8
Q
Contraindicated over kidneys and areas of acute pain
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Tapotement
9
Q
Exhausts after 60 seconds
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Tapotement
10
Q
A series of brisk, rhythmic blows, usually applied with alternating hands
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Tapotement
