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Outpatient Care
Respiratory Therapy

Telephone: 301-754-7383
Fax: 301-754-7384
Hours : 8 am - 4 pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday.
Last appointment of the day is 2 pm to allow ample time for study.

• Services Available:
• Pulmonary Function Tests
• Resting and Exercise ABGs
• Resting and exercise pulse oximetry
• CPX studies
• Sputum induction

Patients with a prescription from their physician may call 301-754-7383 to schedule their appointment.

Patients must pre-register by calling 301-754-7196 or by stopping at the Patient Registration Desk before their appointment.

Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Phone: 301-754-7382
Fax: 301-754-7342
Hours: 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, Monday, Wednesday, Friday

The Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program at Holy Cross Hospital is designed to enhance the current medical treatment of people with chronic lung disease. We offer the participant a custom tailored prevention, education, and exercise program under the medical direction of a physician. Using a combination of educational training and exercise, we assist people with lung disease to return to optimal capacity to carry out their activities of daily living. The training may consist of, but is not limited to:

• Pursed lip breathing
• Proper use of medications
• Nutrition
• Inspiratory muscle training
• Keeping lungs free of infection
• Oxygen therapy if applicable
• Proper use of respiratory equipment if applicable
• Position changes to alleviate shortness of breath
• Stress management
• Panic control
• Activities of daily living

A telemetry monitor will be used to monitor the patient’s heart rate and rhythm as well as the SaO2. The ACLS certified staff is comprised of respiratory therapists and registered nurses. Physical therapists and dieticians are available if needed.

Before entering the program, each patient needs from his or her physician a prescription ordering pulmonary rehabilitation.

Patients will need a complete PFT, resting and exercise oximetry, a stress test, and a physical exam within 90 days prior to entering the program.

Patients may call 301-754-7382 to schedule their initial assessment.

Patients must pre-register by calling 301-754-7196 or by stopping at the Patient Registration Desk before their first appointment.

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