Hyperinflation Therapy

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Teresa A. Volsko and Kathleen Deakins

Define hyperinflation therapy.
Describe the types of therapies used to perform hyperinflation therapy.
Explain the differences in operation between flow-oriented and volume-oriented incentive spirometers.
Compare techniques for intermittent positive pressure breathing using mechanical ventilators and stand-alone devices.
Identify the common problems that may occur when performing hyperinflation therapy.
Discuss how intrapulmonary percussive ventilation devices operate.
Explain how intrapulmonary percussive ventilation can be used to accomplish hyperinflation therapy.
Discuss the principles of operation for positive airway pressure adjuncts, including continuous positive airway pressure and devices that accomplish positive expiratory pressure maneuvers.

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Dec 19, 2021 | Posted by admin in RESPIRATORY | Comments Off