Student Handout for But Why? Understanding the Connection Between Respiratory Interventions and Pathophysiological Changes
D IRECTIONS : With your partner, answer each of the following questions:
1. Why is a peak flowmeter used during an asthma attack?
2. Why is positioning important for maximum ventilation?
3. Why is an incentive spirometer beneficial for the patient with atelectasis?
4. Why does chest physical therapy include both postural drainage and chest percussion and vibration?
5. In what situations is an oropharyngeal airway appropriate to use?
6. In which situations is a pharyngeal airway appropriate for suctioning?
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