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incentive spirometry |
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incentive spirometry [insen′tiv] a method of encouraging voluntary deep breathing by providing visual feedback about inspiratory volume. Using a specially designed spirometer, the patient inhales until a preset volume is reached, then sustains the inspiratory volume by holding his or her breath for 3 to 5 seconds. Incentive spirometry reduces the risk of atelectasis and pulmonary consolidation. incentive spirometry Pulmonology A form of spirometry which may prevent the complications–eg, atelectasis and infiltrates–of acute chest syndrome in sickle cell anemia. See Acute chest syndrome. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The longitudinal measures were performed using the raised-volume rapid thoracoabdominal compression technique and incentive spirometry and were carefully conducted based on standardized, published guidelines (12). [5-7] Jenkins et al[7] concluded that the addition of breathing exercises or incentive spirometry (IS) to early ambulation, forced expiratory maneuvers, and coughing conferred no additional benefits to their patient population, whose average preoperative spirometric data indicated no airflow limitations. Success in achieving maximal forced expiration in preschool children may be increased by use of incentive spirometry computer programs. |
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