VAC Teaching 1838
Instructed caregiver when should I call healthcare provider? Contact your healthcare provider or physician immediately:.If you have difficulty breathing and it is not relieved by your usual method of clearing secretions. When secretions become thick, if crusting occurs or mucus plugs are present, Your physician may recommend increasing your fluids or using cool mist humidification,If you have any other problems or concerns.
Reviewed November 2017
Reviewed for general reference only. Adapt to your patient, agency policy, and scope of practice.
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