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#Therapist demonstrates using a separate device and provides information sheet regarding technique, prescription of use and cleaning advice based on manufacturers instructions. | #Therapist demonstrates using a separate device and provides information sheet regarding technique, prescription of use and cleaning advice based on manufacturers instructions. | ||
# Patient should be in a relaxed position suitable for deep breathing (e.g. sitting upright in a chair or side lying if extra volume is required in one lung due to ventilation perfusion matching). | # Patient should be in a relaxed position suitable for deep breathing (e.g. sitting upright in a chair or side lying if extra volume is required in one lung due to ventilation perfusion matching). | ||
#. Patient creates a tight seal around the mouthpiece and inhales deeply and slowly. The patient watches the flow meter for visual feedback. If possible the patient sustains the inhalation to create an end-inspiratory hold. Ideally the inhalation is sustained for 4-5 seconds. | #. Patient creates a tight seal around the mouthpiece and inhales deeply and slowly. The patient watches the flow meter for visual feedback. If possible the patient sustains the inhalation to create an end-inspiratory hold. Ideally the inhalation is sustained for 4-5 seconds. | ||
# Patient relaxes seal around mouthpiece and exhales; normal breathing is resumed with relaxed shoulder girdle. <br><br> | # Patient relaxes seal around mouthpiece and exhales; normal breathing is resumed with relaxed shoulder girdle. <br><br> | ||
*Advise patient to take approximately ten incentive spirometry breaths per waking hour (use clinical reasoning to prescribe using Frequency, Intensity, Time and Type principles). | *Advise patient to take approximately ten incentive spirometry breaths per waking hour (use clinical reasoning to prescribe using Frequency, Intensity, Time and Type principles). | ||
*Patients with an oxygen requirement can use device with a nasal cannulae or a device, which entrains oxygen. | *Patients with an oxygen requirement can use device with a nasal cannulae or a device, which entrains oxygen. | ||
*Deep breathing offers a similar effect. However, using an incentive device as feedback may create greater inhaled volumes, greater control of flow and more motivation to participate in therapy. | *Deep breathing offers a similar effect. However, using an incentive device as feedback may create greater inhaled volumes, greater control of flow and more motivation to participate in therapy. |
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Guideline on appropriate use[edit | edit source]
The purpose of incentive spirometry is to facilitate a sustained slow deep breath. The device gives the individual visual feedback regarding flow and volume. The device can prevent and reverse atelectasis when used appropriately and regularly.[1]
- Therapist demonstrates using a separate device and provides information sheet regarding technique, prescription of use and cleaning advice based on manufacturers instructions.
- Patient should be in a relaxed position suitable for deep breathing (e.g. sitting upright in a chair or side lying if extra volume is required in one lung due to ventilation perfusion matching).
- . Patient creates a tight seal around the mouthpiece and inhales deeply and slowly. The patient watches the flow meter for visual feedback. If possible the patient sustains the inhalation to create an end-inspiratory hold. Ideally the inhalation is sustained for 4-5 seconds.
- Patient relaxes seal around mouthpiece and exhales; normal breathing is resumed with relaxed shoulder girdle.
- Advise patient to take approximately ten incentive spirometry breaths per waking hour (use clinical reasoning to prescribe using Frequency, Intensity, Time and Type principles).
- Patients with an oxygen requirement can use device with a nasal cannulae or a device, which entrains oxygen.
- Deep breathing offers a similar effect. However, using an incentive device as feedback may create greater inhaled volumes, greater control of flow and more motivation to participate in therapy.
- The device can be used with paediatrics and individuals with learning difficulties.
- The device is not suitable for people with severe dyspnoea.
Indications[2][edit | edit source]
- Pre-operative screening of patients at risk of post-operative complications to obtain a baseline of their inspiratory flow and volume
- Presence of pulmonary atelectasis or conditions predisposing to atelectasis
- Abdominal or thoracic surgery
- Prolonged bed rest
- Surgery in patients with COPD
- Lack of pain control
- Restrictive lung disease associated with a dysfunctional diaphragm or involving respiratory musculature
- Patients with inspiratory capacity less than 2.5 litres
- Patients with neuromuscular disease or spinal cord injury
Contraindications or Precautions[edit | edit source]
- Patients who cannot use the device appropriately or require supervision at all times
- Patients who are non-compliant or do not understand or demonstrate proper use of the device
- Very young patients or paediatrics with developmental delay
- Hyperventilation
- Hypoxaemia secondary to interruption of oxygen therapy
- Fatigue
- Pain