Treatments for abnormal breath sounds

Question 1

Metered-Dose Inhaler (MDI)

Answer 1

A pressurized inhaler that delivers a bronchodilator (dilates the airways), corticosteroid (suppresses inflammation) or a combination of both.

By opening the airways and suppressing the inflammation process, it can help restore breath sounds to normal.

Question 2

Nebulizer

Answer 2

Delivers aerosolized form of medications into the Alveoli via inhalation.
Treatment adds moisture to the respiratory system, which in turn improves clearance of pulmonary secretions.
Nebulizers also help improve breath sounds by dilating the Airways.

Question 3

Incentive spirometry

Answer 3

A simple, inexpensive and effective tool for achieving a normal lung function.

Device mimics natural saying or yawning, which in turn improves long expansion and gas exchange.

To use the device: You need to place the mouthpiece spirometer in your mouth and do deep breathing exercises.

Question 4

Chest physiotherapy (CPT)

Answer 4

Is also considered a simple and effective method of achieving normal breath sound.

CPT includes various techniques in order to naturally clear lung secretions through the use of vibration or shaking, proper positioning, breathing exercises, and coughing techniques.

Question 5

Antibiotics

Answer 5

Antibiotic therapy is designed to fight infection and destroy micro organisms that affect lung function.

This treatment strategy can also help clear away inflammation and mucus secretions.