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RSC1-Bronchial Hygie
Chestphysiotherapy positions
Question | Answer |
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How long after a patient has had a meal is it ok to perform CPT? BK | 1 Hour |
What is the primary reason for performing CPT? BK | To loosen secretions in the lungs |
How long is a patient generally left in a position? BK | 3-15 minutes |
What type of patients is CPT most effective with? BK | Patients with copious secretions |
Is it necessary to drain parts of the lungs that do not have secretions? BK | No |
What is Trendelenberg position? BK | Head down with feet raised 18 inches |
What is an ABSOLUTE CONTRAINDICATION of CPT? BK | Untreated pneumothorax |
If you are draining a patient's left lateral segment, should the patient be on their right or left side? BK | Right side |
Is the patient lying supine or prone when giving therapy to the superior segments? BK | Prone |
Which of the following is not a contraindication of CPT: COPD, Obesity, Copious secretions, or Head injury? BK | Copious secretions |
Should a therapist coordinate therapy with adminstering pain medication? BK | Yes, therapists should not perform therapy on their patients if they are in pain |
What should you do if a patient has had surgery or bad pains where you need to perform therapy? BK | You should modify the position needed for the therapy so you are still able to give them the therapy they need. |