PT’s do not treat in
Vaccuum
Indications for CPPT in ICU
Retained secretions
Acute atelectasis
Decreased PaO2 or SpO2
Prophylactic use
CPPT in ICU consist of
PD ACT Coughing Breathing Suction Mobilization
Efficacy of CPPT determined by
Decrease pulmonary infection incidence
Improvement in pulmonary function test
Decrease time on mechanical ventilation
Prevention of Tracheostomies
Activities in ICU can increase metabolic rate by
35%