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Here is some sample content from Directed Cough:

	DEFINITION: Forced expiratory technique FET, or huff cough and manually assisted cough are examples of directed cough. POLICY: It is the policy of Hospital Cardiopulmonary Services to instruct and encourage patients to cough to clear or mobilize secretions as a component of bronchial hygiene therapy when spontaneous cough is not adequate. Cough procedures shall be performed in conjunction with other forms of therapy to mobilize and remove secretions, during and at the conclusion of the therapy. Cough procedures shall be performed as frequently as needed. Cough procedures shall be...
Second excerpt:
	...to coughing, i.e., pain, discomfort, dyspnea. Evaluate sputum production. Observe for adverse neurologic signs or symptoms after the coughing. Observe for any cardiac dysrhythmias if on a cardiac monitor. Assess vital capacity, peak inspiratory pressure, peak expiratory pressure, peak expiratory flow, air way resistance, as applicable. When the procedure is complete, wash hands and allow patient to wash his/her hands. DOCUMENTATION: Date and time Vital signs Breath sound, pre and...