Pulmonary Energy Saving Techniques

what is the purpose of ENERGY SAVING TECHNIQUES

to economize energy in order to complete necessary daily chores/activities

what are 13 GUIDELINES for ENERGY CONSERVATION

1. ask questions before beginning task

2. plan daily chores in advance so won't feel rushed/have to push self past limitations

3. reset before feeling tired/rest if get tired

4. avoid crossing legs

5. avoid doing activities in temperatures above 80F with humidity + below 20F

6. decide what jobs are absolutely necessary to make home comfortable + attractive

7. adopt cooperative work-sharing attitude within family

- assign tasks + responsibilities

8. pace work to your speed

9. nap if planning on staying up late

10. wait 30 minutes after eating before doing a task

11. distribute tedious tasks throughout week

12. do task requiring most exertion when have most energy

13. when possible, sit down to work

how long should an individual REST BEFORE FEELING TIRED

20-30 minutes at least twice daily

during an activity/task, what should be done if an individual gets TIRED

stop + rest for 15 minutes (whether finished/not)

does STANDING/SITTING take more energy

STANDING take more energy

what does CROSSING LEGS interfere with

blood return to the heart

what are 4 ENERGY CONSERVATION TECHNIQUES for SITTING

1. sit at counter/table to prepare food

2. sit to dress, shave, do hair/make-up

3. use a riding mower

4. use stool at work bench

does WORK with ARMS/LEGS take more energy

ARMS take more energy

what are 3 ENERGY SAVING TECHNIQUES to LIMIT EXCESSIVE ARM USE

1. keep arms close to body

2. use slow, smooth motions

3. keep mostly used items at waist level to avoid excessive reaching/bending

what is the BEST WORKING HEIGHT for a TABLETOP

2 inches below bent elbow

what is the IDEAL SLEEP HOURS to get each night

6-8 hours of sleep

what is the influence of doing work AFTER A MEAL

causes more demand for oxygen to heart

what should be done to prevent OVERFATIGUE

interchange easy with difficult + take rest periods in between

what is an EASIER WAY to prepare foods than using a BURNER

baking

what are 12 GUIDELINE for ENERGY CONSERVATION in the KITCHEN

1. drain dishes dry instead of towel drying

2. use convenience foods

3. use teflon pans (eliminate a lot work @ clean up)

4. use aluminum foil on cookie sheets to save clean up time

5. use double thickness foil for heavy duty pans

6. bake/boil potatoes in their skins

7. slide pots from stove to counter + counter to stove

8. pull out oven shelf to place pan on rack (won't have to bend far into oven)

9. use slotted spoon for draining instead of lifting whole pan to sink

10. arrange kitchen so working at a comfortable working height

11. use commercial jar opener

12. prepare food for 2 or more meals at one cooking session

why should BAKING/BOILING POTATOES in their SKIN be done over PEELING POTATOES

peeling potatoes takes more energy

wha are 10 GUIDELINES for ENERGY CONSERVATION for CLEANING

1. unclutter storage areas so can easily find + reach for items

2. organize work areas

3. keep cleaning materials on each floor

4. try out brooms + mops before buying to make sure handles are long enough

5. use proper sweeping technique with firm strokes in one direction moving forward

6. make sure cleaning tools have long enough handles

7. avoid bending to wipe up spills

8. straighten up rooms are you clean

9. use wheels to move things

10. use both hands for efficiency

if RIGHT-HANDED, what is the PROPER SWEEPING TECHNIQUE

sweep left to right

if LEFT-HANDED, what is the PROPER SWEEPING TECHNIQUE

sweep right to left

what is a VERY IMPORTANT PART of WORK

posture

what are 5 TECHNIQUES for maintaining PROPER POSTURE for WORK

1. keep back straight

2. bend at hips + knees

3. use leg muscles for lifting

4. stand on a wide base of support

5. swing weight to move + reach

what are 14 GUIDELINES for ENERGY CONSERVATION for DAILY SELF-CARE

1. use electric toothbrush

- sit at sink with elbows supported on counter

2. shower in lower water temperatures to prevent feeling of shortness of breath

3. use a stool to sit while in shower

4. install grab bars + no-slip strips in tub/shower to help keep balance

5. use long handled brush/loofah sponge to scrub back

6. use shower caddy so all supplies is within easy reach

7. use terry cloth rob to dry off body after shower/bath

8. if needed, use O2 in shower/bath w/ extra long tubing

9. have an area for dressing where clothes can be easily reached + dirty clothes can be put in hamper

10. remember breathing techniques when bending/reaching

11. wear comfortable clothes that aren't too tight

12. if belts are too restricting, use suspenders

13. choose dresses, blouses/shirts that button or zip in front

14. wear slip on shoes rather than laced ones

what should be done if feel smothered under overhead shower/splashing water in face

use a washcloth + install a hand shower to control direction + force of flow

when trying to CONSERVE ENERGY, what is the proper way to on PANTS

sit while putting feet into pants then stand to pull up + fasten

what are 13 GUIDELINES to AVOID IRRITANTS

1. use mask/handkerchief over mouth + nose when doing tasks that pollute the air

2. use exhaust fans in kitchen to remove smoke + odors

3. make sure fireplaces are well ventilated + sit away from them

4. if wheeze, keep pets out of house

5. change filters on heaters + air conditioners often

6. use dehumidifier to reduce exposure to molds

7. cover pillows + mattresses with dust resistant covers

8. don't use perfumes, aftershave lotions, potpurri/mothballs

9. avoid aerosol sprays

10. use weather channel reports on air quality + avoid outside activities during times of heavy pollution/air stagnation

11. in cold weather, wear a scarf, handkerchief or mask over mouth + nose

12. don't smoke/allow other to smoke in home/work area

13. if steam in shower is bothering, try turning on cold