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What is the primary purpose of cough splinting or cough hold technique?
What is the primary purpose of cough splinting or cough hold technique?
In the self-assisted coughing technique for neurological patients, what motion do patients resemble when pulling their hands up and under the diaphragm?
In the self-assisted coughing technique for neurological patients, what motion do patients resemble when pulling their hands up and under the diaphragm?
Which patient group could benefit significantly from the self-assisted coughing technique described in the text?
Which patient group could benefit significantly from the self-assisted coughing technique described in the text?
What is the key direction of force applied by the therapist during postural drainage on the patient's upper chest?
What is the key direction of force applied by the therapist during postural drainage on the patient's upper chest?
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In what position is the self-assisted cough typically performed for neurological patients as described in the text?
In what position is the self-assisted cough typically performed for neurological patients as described in the text?
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In what position should a patient be placed for cough splinting after thoracotomy or cardiac surgeries?
In what position should a patient be placed for cough splinting after thoracotomy or cardiac surgeries?
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What is the purpose of splinting in patients undergoing thoracotomy surgery?
What is the purpose of splinting in patients undergoing thoracotomy surgery?
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How should splinting be done in case of abdominal surgeries for self-assisted patients?
How should splinting be done in case of abdominal surgeries for self-assisted patients?
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What is the correct method for splinting in patients undergoing pelvic surgeries?
What is the correct method for splinting in patients undergoing pelvic surgeries?
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Which technique is recommended for splinting in thoracotomy patients?
Which technique is recommended for splinting in thoracotomy patients?
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What is the main benefit of therapist-assisted splinting after laparotomy incision?
What is the main benefit of therapist-assisted splinting after laparotomy incision?
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Which of the following is a contraindication for postural drainage?
Which of the following is a contraindication for postural drainage?
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What is the recommended rhythm for cupping during postural drainage with ACBT technique?
What is the recommended rhythm for cupping during postural drainage with ACBT technique?
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What should be avoided during percussion for postural drainage?
What should be avoided during percussion for postural drainage?
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Which equipment is NOT required for postural drainage with ACBT technique?
Which equipment is NOT required for postural drainage with ACBT technique?
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What is the main advantage of vibrations and shaking in respiratory therapy?
What is the main advantage of vibrations and shaking in respiratory therapy?
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Which condition is NOT an indication for external manipulation of the thorax?
Which condition is NOT an indication for external manipulation of the thorax?
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