Effects of a respiratory physiotherapy protocol on pulmonary capacity, functional capacity and quality of life in hemodialysis patients
Chronic kidney disease and own dialysis can result in changes in almost all body systems. In the respiratory system, the changes affect the respiratory drive, lung mechanics, muscle strength and gas exchange. Respiratory physiotherapy may be an important strategy in improving lung function and welfa...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | Portuguese |
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Universidade Estadual do Sudoeste da Bahia
2014-10-01
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Series: | Revista Saúde.com |
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Online Access: | http://www.uesb.br/revista/rsc/v10/v10n4a03.pdf |