Anum Salman Surani Author

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A survey to assess the use of manual hyperinflation by physiotherapists in intensive care units

Author(s):

Anum Salman Surani

Objectives: The objectives were to determine whether or not
manual hyperinflation (MHT) is used as a treatment technique by
physiotherapists on respiratory compromised patients in intensive
care units (ICU).

Methods: A questionnaire was developed by according to
the available literature on the use of manual hyperinflation by
physiotherapists, Physiotherapists who practice cardiopulmonary
physiotherapy in ICUs of hospitals in the private sectors in Karachi
were identified then targeted for the study. The self-administered
questionnaire was then posted and emailed to the physiotherapists
identified for inclusion into the study.

Results: A total of 100 questionnaires were distributed amongview more»

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