Abstract
Abstract Objective: The objective is to evaluate the effectiveness of a structured rehabilitation protocol on respiratory function and overall recovery in children with chest tubes for pleural effusion. Materials and Methods: A quasi-experimental pre-test and post-test design was employed. Thirty children aged 5–12 years with chest tubes for pleural effusion were enrolled. Participants were assessed before and after the intervention using pulmonary function tests (PFTs), physical activity levels and quality of life (QoL) surveys. The rehabilitation protocol included breathing exercises, physical therapy and educational sessions for patients and caregivers. Results: Significant improvements were observed in PFTs, physical activity levels and QoL scores post-intervention (P < 0.05). Conclusion: The structured rehabilitation protocol was effective in enhancing respiratory function and overall recovery in paediatric patients with chest tubes for pleural effusion.
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