Paul: Videos with Related Questions
Videos & Related Questions
Questions taken from the faculty resource: Respiratory Issues in Acute Care
What do you like about this respiratory therapist’s demeanor and interactions with the client? Notice how he asks for permission and shares all of his findings.
What is the difference in superficial suctioning using a Yankauer suction catheter versus deep suctioning as shown here?
How does the client feel before, during, and after deep suctioning?
Who is allowed to perform deep suctioning with the client in addition to the respiratory therapist? What kinds of things can the clinician (OT or PT) to assist with clearing the airway?
Why should the clinician (OT or PT) consider stopping treatment to request deep suctioning from the respiratory therapist or nurse?
In what ways can the clinician (OT or PT) collaborate with the respiratory therapist to improve the quality of patient care? What questions could the clinician ask of the respiratory therapist prior to working with the client? What kind of information could the clinician provide to the respiratory therapist after working with the client?
How can the clinician communicate with the client who has a tracheostomy tube?
What is the difference in a tracheostomy tube and an endotracheal tube?
How has this client’s COPD exacerbation affected his physical and mental health and occupational performance? How does he appear to be coping?
How can the clinician work with this client to improve functional independence? Can the client get out of bed when connected to a ventilator? What precautions should be taken?