The effectiveness of manual hyperinflation during the physiotherapy management of acute atelectasis: a case report
Atelectasis is common in intubated and ventilated patients. The reasons for the atelectasis are multifactorial. Atelectasis, if prolonged, may lead to hypoxaemia, pulmonary infection and fibrosis. The effectiveness of manual hyperinflation as an adjunct to standard respiratory physiotherapy manageme...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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2004-02-01
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| Series: | South African Journal of Physiotherapy |
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| Online Access: | https://sajp.co.za/index.php/sajp/article/view/181 |