Pulmonary Rehabilitation is a medically
prescribed and supervised exercise and education program for persons
with lung problems.
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pulmonary rehabilitation is to help patients: |
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control and minimize the symptoms
and complications of lung disease; |
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increase exercise tolerance and
ability to do everyday activities; |
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reduce the need for hospitalizations
as well as visits to the doctor's office and emergency room; |
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reduce the fear and depression
that accompany lung
disease; |
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regain/maintain independence and
self reliance. |
 Candidates
Pulmonary Rehab is appropriate
for patients diagnosed with a chronic lung disease such as COPD
(emphysema); chronic bronchitis, asthma or asthmatic bronchitis;
sarcoidosis; or interstitial fibrosis.
Program Description
Pulmonary Rehab consists of one hour of exercise and one hour of
education each Tuesday and Thursday for six sessions.
Oxygen levels, heart rate, heart
rhythm, and blood pressure are monitored by rehab staff to determine
the patient's workout guidelines.
Education
Education is also considered an essential
part of pulmonary rehab. These sessions help control symptoms, increase
activity tolerance and limit the emotional stress of chronic lung
disease. Family members are encouraged to attend.
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breathing retraining; |
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medications and inhaler instruction; |
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preventing and/or treating infections; |
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how the lungs work; |
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changes with COPD; |
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exercise guidelines; |
Pulmonary Rehab Staff
Pulmonary Rehab is staffed by nurses
with special training in pulmonary rehabilitation,
exercise physiology and emergency pulmonary care.
For more information, contact:
Sharon Morris, RN, CRT
620-665-2505
MorrisS@hhosp.com |
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