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Which of the following mechanisms probably contribute to the beneficial effects of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) in treating atelectasis?  Pick all that Apply

Key considerations in initial and ongoing patient assessment for chest physical therapy include which of the following?  Pick All that apply

List three ways to help mobilze thick retain secreation for patient with a weak ineffective cough.

A surgeon orders lung expansion therapy for an obtunded 34-year-old, 150-lb man who has developed atelectasis from neuromuscular disease. On baseline assessment, the patient cannot perform an IC or VC maneuver, but has no evidence of retained secretions. Which of the following would you recommend?

For which of the following patients directed coughing might be contraindicated?  Pick all that Apply

Which of the following conditions are associated with chronic production of large volumes of sputum?  Pick All that apply

Which of the following are goals of airway clearance therapy?  Pick All that apply

Which of the following are necessary for normal airway clearance? Pick All that apply

Directed coughing is useful in helping to maintain airway clearance in which of the following cases?  Pick all that Apply

In assessing an adult ready for discharge home for airway clearance therapy, you notice the following: (1) no history of cystic fibrosis or bronchiectasis, (2) sputum production of 30 to 50 ml/day, (3) an effective cough, and (4) good hydration. Which of the following would you recommend?