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Contents loading... Editors loading... Categories loading... When refering to evidence in academic writing, you should always try to reference the primary (original) source. That is usually the journal article where the information was first stated. In most cases Physiopedia articles are a secondary source and so should not be used as references. Physiopedia articles are best used to find the original sources of information (see the references list at the bottom of the article). If you believe that this Physiopedia article is the primary source for the information you are refering to, you can use the button below to access a related citation statement. Introduction[edit | edit source]Diaphragmatic breathing is a type of breathing exercise that helps strengthen your diaphragm, an important muscle that helps you breathe as it represents 80% of breathing. This breathing exercise is also sometimes called belly breathing or abdominal breathing. . Two phases of breathing When the diaphragm is functioning effectively in its role as the primary muscle of inspiration, ventilation is efficient and the oxygen consumption of the muscles of ventilation is low during relaxed (tidal) breathing. When a patient relies substantially on the accessory muscles of inspiration, the mechanical work of breathing (oxygen consumption ) increases and the efficiency of ventilation decreases.[1] Controlled breathing techniques, which emphasise diaphragmatic breathing are designed to improve the efficiency of ventilation, decrease the work of breathing, increase the excursion of the diaphragm, and improve gas exchange and oxygenation. Also breathing from the diaphragm generate intra-abdominal pressure for control of posture and you can accomplish slow respiration.[2] Aims[edit | edit source]
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You can also practice this sitting in a chair, with your knees bent and your shoulders, head, and neck relaxed. Practice for five to 10 minutes, several times a day if possible. [9] Sitting position[edit | edit source]
Breath in slowly through your nose. As you inhale feel your ribs expanding outwards and upwards. During inhalation is generated expansion of the trunk in three directions front , sides and back. Breath out from your nose. As you exhale feel your lower ribs moving inwards.[2] Precautions[edit | edit source]
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Which patient position promotes relaxation of abdominal muscles during a physical examination?Palpation: Have the patient in a supine lying position with a pillow under knees to ensure the relaxation of the muscle, palpation will be along the muscle starting from the xiphoid process and the adjacent ribs with going down to the pubis bone on both sides.
Which position is the most suitable for an abdominal examination?Abdominal examination is ideally performed with the patient in the supine position.
How do you perform an abdominal physical exam?The abdomen is inspected by positioning the patient supine on an examining table or bed. The head and knees should be supported with small pillows or folded sheets for comfort and to relax the abdominal wall musculature. The entire abdominal wall must be examined and drapes should be positioned accordingly.
How are you going to position your patient when you are going to Percuss the abdomen?Ensure the following before beginning the palpation: The patient is in a supine position, with the head relaxed and the arms on the side of the body. This is necessary to relax the abdominal wall muscles completely.
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