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Percussive Postural Drainage (Child)

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How to do chest percussions to help your child drain mucus from lungs.

Online Medical Reviewer: Daphne Pierce-Smith RN MSN

Online Medical Reviewer: Liora C Adler MD

Online Medical Reviewer: Pat F Bass MD MPH

Date Last Reviewed: 02/01/2025

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