Procedure
Endobronchial Valve Placement
A one-page care plan for patients having Endobronchial Valve Placement, covering Purpose, Protection & Preparation, Expectations & Execution, Nutrition & Next Steps, Consistency, Indications and Lifestyle & Long-Term Success.
In this plan
Purpose, Protection & Preparation
- I understand this procedure blocks airflow to damaged parts of my lung
- I understand it helps healthier lung areas work better
- I follow instructions about fasting before the procedure
- I tell my provider about medications (especially blood thinners)
- I understand this is done using bronchoscopy
Expectations & Execution
5 points, for partners
Nutrition & Next Steps
4 points, for partners
Consistency
4 points, for partners
Indications
4 points, for partners
Lifestyle & Long-Term Success
4 points, for partners
When to call the office and when to call 911: for partners
See the full plan
Endobronchial Valve Placement is one of the plans included with a partnership. Partners read every plan in full, and print any of them for a patient.