Incentive Spirometry |
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Verifies physician order and scans chart for pertinent data. |
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Washes or disinfects hands. |
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Attains, assembles, troubleshoots equipment as indicated. |
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Introduces self to patient. |
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Checks patient identification. |
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Explains purpose of procedure to patient. |
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Assesses patient as indicated (B.S., pulse and respiratory rate) |
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Positions patient as indicated. |
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Sets and explains volume goals. |
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Instructs patient on how to perform inhalations and breath hold. |
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Instructs patient to cough. |
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Instructs patient on splinting technique. |
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Instructs patient on how and when to repeat therapy. |
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Washes or disinfects hands. |
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Charts therapy and notifies appropriate personnel of modifications as indicated |
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