Clearance Basics
Airway clearance removes mucus and secretions to improve airflow and ventilation efficiency especially in chronic respiratory disease.
Physiologic Mechanisms
Ciliary movement and cough reflexes help clear secretions from airways.
Airway Clearance Devices
Devices such as oscillatory PEP and high frequency chest wall oscillation enhance secretion mobilization.
Clinical Assessment
Assessment includes evaluating cough strength secretion volume and airway patency.
Therapeutic Application
Therapies improve ventilation reduce infection risk and support overall respiratory function.
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