Asked by Angelica Ochoa on Jun 13, 2024
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The nurse receives orders for an Acapella device on several patients.The nurse should question the order on the patient with which condition?
A) Chronic bronchitis
B) Asthma
C) Cystic fibrosis (CF)
D) Pleural effusion
Pleural Effusion
The accumulation of excess fluid between the layers of the pleura outside the lungs.
Acapella Device
A handheld device that combines vibration with resistance when you exhale, helping to clear mucus from the airways.
Chronic Bronchitis
A long-term inflammation of the bronchial tubes that results in persistent coughing and production of sputum.
- Discern the suitable scenarios and restrictions for the utilization of high-frequency chest wall oscillation (HFCWO), Acapella, and related devices in pulmonary management.
- Identify patient conditions that may benefit from postural drainage and understand the related precautions.
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Dayan QuinteroJun 15, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The Acapella device is a respiratory rehabilitation device designed to aid sputum clearance.Patients with chronic conditions such as cystic fibrosis,chronic bronchitis,and asthma appear to receive the greatest benefit from this type of treatment.Chest physiotherapy (CPT)is contraindicated in patients with pleural effusion.
Learning Objectives
- Discern the suitable scenarios and restrictions for the utilization of high-frequency chest wall oscillation (HFCWO), Acapella, and related devices in pulmonary management.
- Identify patient conditions that may benefit from postural drainage and understand the related precautions.