Interventions:
Place in or the position to facilitate & lung expansion (assists in reducing the )
Administer O2 as ordered
Administer medications as ordered
Provide referral to therapist: assist with postural drainage & percussion to facilitate movement of
Monitor patient’s intake to reduce viscosity of secretions
Provide rest between activities
Teach breathing techniques to control breathing pattern (i.e lip or abdominal breathing)
Coughing and deep breathing every hours when awake (lean during coughs)