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| Cystic fibrosis (CF) interventions |
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Definition
energy conservation
environmental adaptations to enhance performance
positioning to promote postural drainage
neurodevelopmental treatment to improve endurance and postural stability
facilitation of fine, gross, visual motor, cog and psychosocial development
parent ed:
1. treatment protocols
2. advocacy skills to obtain necessary services and equipment for the child
3. advocacy skills to obtain respite services
observation of medical precautions during OT sessions (respiratory/cardiac contraindications) |
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Term
| Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) |
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Definition
disorder characterized by poor expiratory flow rates
1. chronic bronchitis: lasting at least 3 months for 2 consecutive years
2. peripheral airways disease: inflammation of distal conducting airways; association with smoking
3. emphysema: permanent abnormal enlargement and destruction of air spaces distal to terminal bronchioles |
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Term
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Definition
increased reactivity of the trachea and bronchi to various stimuli (allergens, exercise, cold)
manifests by widespread narrowing of airways due to inflammation, smooth muscle constriction, and increased secretions |
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Term
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Definition
aka respiratory distress syndrome (RDS)
preemies
insufficient surfactant to keep alveoli open and filled, lungs collapse after each breath |
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Term
| Bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) |
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Definition
walls of immature lungs thicken, making the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide more difficult
mucous lining of lunch is reduced along the airway diameter |
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