Abnormal chest x-ray consistent with atelectasis and mucus plugging,rhonchi suggesting secretions in the airways,and excessive sputum production would establish the need for:

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The following should be assessed together to establish a need for postural drainage therapy: 1)Excessive sputum production,2)effectiveness of cough,3)history of pulmonary problems treated successfully with PDT (e.g.,bronchiectasis,cystic fibrosis,lung abscess),4)decreased breath sounds or crackles or rhonchi suggesting secretions in the airway,5)change in vital signs,6)abnormal chest x-ray consistent with atelectasis,mucous plugging,or infiltrates,and 7)deterioration in arterial blood gas values or oxygen saturation.

Abnormal Chest X-Ray Consistent with Atelectasis and Mucus Plugging,rhonchi Suggesting