Talking All Things Cardiopulm Rachele Burriesci, PT, DPT, CCS, GCS

Are you new to acute care, maybe a student ready to approach their first acute care rotation or maybe just an OG PT that wants to corroborate this story?Post-op rehab can be very affected by the type of anesthesia that is used. The best way to deal with this as a PT is to understand the potential outcomes or common trends. The more you know, the better you will be able to anticipate what will/could happen aka look like you’re carrying a crystal ball.Join me in this episode as we discuss...

Are you familiar with the RPE scale? Do you have a preference on the 6-20 or 0-10 scale? Have you utilized this scale in your practice or teaching? Me too! And yes I 100% have a preference. But did you know that this scale has been around since the 1960s and was created by Dr. Gunnar Borg and later updated with his daughter? Have you ever checked the original reference of the Borg scale you use? Is it in color? What words are assigned to the numbers? What instructions are given for use?I...

Ever wonder if there is a more effective strategy for helping patients clear their secretions? What you do and how you do that intervention matters, but what if when you did them, was even more important?Join me in this episode, where we will break down the order of operations to optimize your treatment techniques and your patient’s mucus clearance. In this episode:Importance of assessment techniquesOrder of techniques to optimize mucus clearanceBreathing exercises: inspiratory hold...

Atrial fibrillation is one of the most common arrhythmias you may see in practice. It can be both safe to work with and dangerous. Therefore, it’s important to understand the rhythm at its base and the concerns that exist with this rhythm.Let’s break down a-fib at its core, identify its main characteristics on EKG, common symptoms, as well as, acute and long terms concerns. As a physical therapist, you may be the first person to identify this rhythm and you may have to make judgme...

The NPTE is too important of a test to try and wing it or attempt to cram. It’s a fine balance of attacking your weaknesses and using your strengths to develop momentum and confidence.Prepping for the NPTE takes organization, planning, discipline and a dose of consistency. Tune into this episode to learn how to set yourself up for success and learn about the new updates coming to the All Things Cardiopulm NPTE Prep Course. Get on the wait list now! Just drop your email below! I...

Have you ever made dough from scratch? If you have, you know it’s all about the long game and a ton of patience. This is not a hobby that you can practice quickly, nor a skill you can rush through. It takes time to get it right and it takes patience to work through it.Patience is not always an easy skill to master, especially if you feel short of breath, but it is a necessary skill to conquer to prevent the perpetual cycle of panic and recovery. In the world of pulmonary disease, patien...