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Causes of an unproductive (dry) cough

Identify and treat cause e.g.:

  • Asthma or other chest condition.
  • Post-nasal drip.
  • Gastro oesophageal reflux.
  • ACE inhibitor therapy.
  • Hyperventilation.
  • Mouth breathing.
  • Lung Cancer.

 

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  • Topic 1 - Anatomy and Physiology
  • Topic 2 - Assessment and common lung diseases
  • Topic 3 - Treatment
    • Medication
    • Inhalers
    • Nebulisers
    • Oxygen therapy
    • Non-pharmacological treatments
      • Pulmonary Rehabilitation (PR)
      • Breathing techniques
      • Cough control
        • When is cough helpful or not helpful?
        • Causes of an unproductive (dry) cough
        • Take control of your cough
      • Relaxation
      • Psychology of breathing
  • Topic 4 - Management
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