Subjective Assessment
A comprehensive subjective assessment will assist with the prescription of an appropriate, individualised management plan.
It can include:
Previous medical history
Respiratory – other conditions, surgery
Other conditions – cardiac, sinus, GORD, psychological issues, thyroid, diabetes
Smoking history
Urinary incontinence
Musculoskeletal pain, stiffness
History of the presenting condition
Understanding of the condition
When did symptoms start
When was bronchiectasis diagnosed
Cough frequency and nature
Sputum quantity, colour and ease of expectoration
Exacerbations over the past 12 months
Sleep affected – by cough or sputum
Medications
Respiratory, including type of devices eg MDI, Turbuhaler
Other
Hydration and humidification
Daily fluid intake
Using a nebuliser – type, name of solution
CPAP / BiPAP – humidified
Devices
Gait aids
Oxygen therapy
Exercise
Current weekly routine
Exercise tolerance
Exercise limitations
Current airway clearance routine
Techniques, prescription
Own a nebuliser – type, medication
Previous physiotherapy for bronchiectasis
Techniques
Was it effective
An example of a – Bronchiectasis Physiotherapy Assessment Form
An example of a patient completed assessment form – Bronchiectasis Out-Patient Registration form
