When is bronchial (postural) drainage generally performed?
a. Before meals and at bedtime
b. Right before all aerosol therapy
c. Immediately on arising and at bedtime
d. Thirty minutes after meals and at bedtime
ANS: A
The therapy should be done at bedtime and before meals or 1 to 1 1/2 hours after meals to avoid stomach upset. Postural drainage is most effective when it is performed after other respiratory therapy interventions, including bronchodilator and nebulizer treatments. Immediately on arising and at bedtime are appropriate times, but postural drainage is usually carried out at least three times each day. Thirty minutes after meals may induce vomiting.
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