Definitions
Saliva and Mucous
What is Sputum?
inhaling slowly through the nose while keeping the mouth closed, then exhaling slowly and gently through the mouth
What is pursed lip breathing?
needlework, bedside bathing, sedentary leisure tasks with arms supported
1.0-1.9 METs
leading cause of death in the US
what is heart disease?
results in the inability to perform any physical activity without discomfort
What is class 4?
Chest pain due to low Oxygen in the heart
What is Angina Pectoris?
Pacing, taking breaks, breathing techniques
What is energy conservation?
standing tasks for 2 minutes
1.0-1.9 METs
acute phase of hospitalization after cardiac event
what is Phase 1?
results in slight limitation of physical activity
What is class 2?
Lipid deposits accumulated on heart walls or vessels
What is Atherosclerosis?
Monitoring ______ ________ such as SOB, temperature, sweating, fatigue, confusion, weakness, and heart rate status
What are distress signals?
jogging, hiking, swimming
5.0-7.0 METs
Clot Busters
What are Thrombolytics?
does not result in any limitations of physical activity
What is class 1?
Dry mouth
what is Xerostomia?
items prevent the need to flex more than 90 degrees in the trunk, used to reduce strain over an incision
what are assistive devices? or
what are long-handled Reacher, shoehorn, bath sponge, or sock aid?
doing laundry, vacuuming, shower transfers
3.0-3.9 METs
less than 60 bpm
what is bradycardia?
less than ordinary physical activity causes fatigue, dyspnea, palpitation or anginal pain
What is class 3?
Inflammation of the airway causing a permanent dilation of bronchi
What is Bronchiectasis?
The main goal in OT interventions for Cardio & Pulmonary conditions
What is increasing independence?
playing the piano
2.0-2.9 METs
infection caused by uncleared mucous
what is Pneumonia?
anginal syndrome may be present even at rest