Specific patient objectives for a pulmonary rehabilitation program could include which of the following?

1. Proper use of medications, O2, and breathing equipment
2. Reconditioning of both skeletal and respiratory muscles
3. Adherence to proper hygiene and good nutrition
4. Improvement in the results of pulmonary function tests
a. 1 and 3 only
b. 1, 2, and 3 only
c. 3 and 4 only
d. 2, 3, and 4 only


ANS: B
Depending on the specific needs of the participants, program objectives can include the follow-ing: development of diaphragmatic breathing skills; development of stress management and re-laxation techniques; involvement in a daily physical exercise regimen to condition both skeletal and respiratory-related muscles; adherence to proper hygiene, diet, and nutrition; smoking cessa-tion (if applicable); proper use of medications, oxygen, and breathing equipment (if applicable); application of airway clearance techniques (when indicated); focus on group support; and provi-sions for individual and family counseling.

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