Skill Builder: Performing Chest PT

Hours: 0.22

Course Code: REL-RTS-0-PCPT

Chest physical therapy (PT) is a proven airway clearance technique performed by physical therapists, respiratory therapists, or nurses to help loosen lung secretions. This short, video-based module reviews the indications for chest PT and how to perform percussion and vibration techniques. It also provides a brief overview of postural drainage positions.

Course Description

Chest physical therapy (PT) is a proven airway clearance technique performed by physical therapists, respiratory therapists, or nurses to help loosen lung secretions. This short, video-based module reviews the indications for chest PT and how to perform percussion and vibration techniques. It also provides a brief overview of postural drainage positions.

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Course Details

Course Code: REL-RTS-0-PCPT

Hours: 0.22

Type: Pro-On-The-Go

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2027

Outline:
Section 1: Performing Chest PT

Introduction

Who Is Appropriate?

Techniques

Postural Drainage Positions

Treatment

Treatment Parameters

Monitoring Response

Additional Techniques

Course Contributors

References

Instructor: Nicole Fogarty, PT, DPT

Nicole Fogarty holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Northeastern University. She has experience treating patients with cardiopulmonary, orthopedic, and neurological impairments in the inpatient setting. She also has experience in outpatient orthopedics. She has additional training in medical screening, lumbopelvic examination and treatment, and treatment of patients with cardiopulmonary diseases. Nicole enjoys using her clinical experience and interest in current rehabilitation research as a Physical Therapy writer for Relias.

Reviewer: Kevin T. Cahill, MS/RRT-NPS

Kevin T. Cahill, MS/RRT-NPS, earned his Master of Science degree in vocational and technical education from State University of New York (SUNY) Oswego and his bachelor’s degree in cardiopulmonary science from SUNY Health Science Center in Syracuse, New York. He has worked as an assistant professor and clinical coordinator of respiratory care at Onondaga Community College in Syracuse. He is presently employed by the Syracuse VA Medical Center.

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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous/Online Distance Learning; please see certificate details for specifics on delivery format.
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Skill Builder: Performing Chest PT

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