Airway Clearance

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Teresa A. Volsko

List the indications and contraindications of oscillatory positive expiratory pressure devices.
Differentiate between high-frequency chest wall compression and high-frequency chest wall oscillation devices.
Describe the devices that can be used for airway clearance and lung hyperinflation therapy.
Explain the clinical application for mechanical insufflation–exsufflation.
Describe manufacturer cleaning instructions for devices used for airway clearance therapy.