WorksheetsPostural Drainage and Chest Physiotherapy Quiz
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is one of the three techniques needed to perform chest physiotherapy (CPT)?
Patient positioning
Chest percussion
Deep breathing
Medication administration
What is the primary purpose of postural drainage?
To prevent lung infections
To provide oxygen therapy
To assist in the removal of bronchial secretions
To increase lung capacity
How long is chest physiotherapy generally performed on each segment?
20 to 30 minutes
10 to 15 minutes
3 to 5 minutes
1 to 2 minutes
What should be done if a patient experiences tachycardia during CPT?
Continue the procedure
Encourage deeper breathing
Increase the pressure during percussion
Discontinue the procedure
Which position is used to drain mucus from the upper lobe apical segments?
Side-lying position
Supine position
Sitting position with a pillow at the back
Prone position
What is the recommended action before performing CPT after a meal?
Perform it while the patient eats
Start immediately
Wait at least 1-2 hours
Only do it if the patient feels well
What is the role of vibration during chest physiotherapy?
To increase heart rate
To help loosen mucus and secretions
To provide oxygen
To assess lung sounds
What equipment is NOT needed for chest physiotherapy?
Suction equipment
Stethoscope
Surgical instruments
Nebulizer
What should be done after completing chest physiotherapy?
Provide medication
Document findings in the client record
Immediately discharge the patient
Perform another round of CPT
What is the purpose of using bronchodilators before CPT?
To promote sleep
To reduce bronchospasm and mucus thickness
To increase appetite
To enhance lung capacity
