Asked by Aslihan Gozkaman on Jul 19, 2024
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Which intervention will most effectively maintain breathing function for a patient with muscle weakness due to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) ?
A) Teaching pursed-lip breathing exercises
B) BiPAP (bi-level positive airway pressure)
C) Administration of oxygen via nasal cannula
D) CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure)
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
A neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord, leading to loss of muscle control.
BiPAP
Bilevel Positive Airway Pressure, a type of respiratory support that provides different levels of pressure to the lungs during inhalation and exhalation.
CPAP
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure, a treatment that uses mild air pressure to keep the airways open, commonly used for patients with sleep apnea.
- Apply knowledge of respiratory therapy techniques to improve breathing function.
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Learning Objectives
- Apply knowledge of respiratory therapy techniques to improve breathing function.
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