airway clearance therapy

GPTKB entity

Statements (29)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:psychotherapy
gptkbp:appliesTo gptkb:bronchiectasis
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
cystic fibrosis
neuromuscular disorders
gptkbp:contraindication active hemorrhage
recent lung surgery
unstable head or neck injury
gptkbp:goal improve ventilation
mobilize secretions
reduce infection risk
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label airway clearance therapy
gptkbp:includes percussion
vibration
chest physiotherapy
active cycle of breathing techniques
autogenic drainage
high-frequency chest wall oscillation
positive expiratory pressure therapy
postural drainage
gptkbp:performedBy patient
caregiver
respiratory therapist
gptkbp:usedFor improving lung function
management of respiratory diseases
prevention of respiratory infections
removal of mucus from airways
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:ORPHA:166
gptkbp:bfsLayer 8