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Pulmonary Education Program (PEP) is an eight-week program. Classes meet three
hours per day, three days per week for six weeks. After completing this portion
of the program, patients participate in two additional weeks of exercise, two
days per week.
Topics covered during the eight-week course include:
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Normal and abnormal anatomy and physiology of the lung
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Signs and symptoms of lung disorders
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Breathing retraining
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Nutritional counseling
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Stress reduction, relaxation and panic control techniques
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Medication instructions and proper use of inhalers
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Cough and sputum control and postural drainage
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Accomplishing daily events and travel
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Oxygen use and altitude
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Energy conservation techniques
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Monitored exercise and pacing
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Support group
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For more information, please contact the Pulmonary Education Program
or call (310) 937-1979.
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