Relationship of Cough Strength to Respiratory Function, Physical Performance, and Physical Activity in Older Adults
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DOI: 10.4187/respcare.06490
Abstract: BACKGROUND: Age- and lifestyle-related changes in respiratory and physical function affect cough strength. However, in older adults, the main factors that relate to cough strength remain unclear. This study was a preliminary investigation of factors… read more here.
Keywords: strength; physical performance; older adults; physical activity ... See more keywords
Cough Strength Is an Indicator of Aspiration Risk When Restarting Food Intake in Elderly Subjects With Community-Acquired Pneumonia
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DOI: 10.4187/respcare.07067
Abstract: BACKGROUND: The incidence of community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) is relatively high in elderly subjects. Cough peak flow (CPF) is an objective indicator of cough strength, and CPF evaluation might be useful to assess whether food intake… read more here.
Keywords: elderly subjects; food intake; aspiration risk; aspiration ... See more keywords