Respiratory / Pulmonary Program

Solterra Subacute Services has created a uniquely advanced Pulmonary Program as a powerful resource for additional care and support. Developed with input from leading pulmonologists, primary care physicians, respiratory therapists, nurses and patients with lung disease, the program aims to deliver the highest quality of life possible for patients with chronic lung disease.

With special focus paid to the special needs of these patients and their families, the program provides education, training and resources for the entire continuum of care. A “patient-specific” plan of care is developed; in-home or inmunity services are provided; and a coordinated effort brings together the primary physician, the hospice team, the patient and the family. As a result, the Pulmonary Program works to improving our patient’s quality of life and leads to better self-care related to symptom management.

In addition, our Pulmonary Program is led by our on staff Director of Respiratory Services, Karl Pustai, BSRT, to lend expertise to the multidisciplinary care team, while our 24-hour on site nurses undergo specialized training to learn the pulmonary needs of patients, families, caregivers, physicians and healthcare providers.

Benefits of the Solterra Subacute Services Pulmonary Program

Our advanced pulmonary management approach—that tailors services to each patient’s unique needs—helps patients with lung disease and their families by providing:

• An improved quality of life

• Procedure room for performing bronchoscopies

• Vent weaning and management

• Tracheostomy management

• Istat machine for bedside diagnostics

• Complete / Integration of the healthcare plan with improved communication that better meets the needs of the patient and the family

• Support from a respiratory therapist

Solterra Subacute Services team will coordinate with the patient and family to meet their needs. The admissions and nursing team will keep you involved and informed throughout the process.

Physical Therapy

Physical therapy is a systemic approach to help our guests restore function at the neuromuscular and skeletal level. Goals of physical therapy include:

• Minimizing risk of falls & increasing safety and endurance
• Training in mobility, posture & gait
• Mobilizing joints and soft tissue to increase range of motion
• Using prosthesis when applicable

Occupational Therapy

Activities and training promote independence in managing day-to-day living tasks or “activities of daily living” also known as “ADLs.” Goals of occupational therapy include:

• Bathing, dressing, feeding skills
• Facilitating memory, orientation and cognition
• Adapting techniques to overcome physical challenges

Speech-Language Therapy

Speech and language pathologists evaluate and address communication issues, memory skills and swallowing abilities. Goals of speech and language therapy include:

• Developing oral muscle control & strength necessary for speaking and swallowing
• Recovering speech, language and memory skills
• Increasing nutrition and hydration

Restorative Therapy

To help each guest attain their highest level of function, independence and self-esteem, we set achievable goals. By focusing on individual potential and preventing deterioration whenever possible, our team builds trust and confidence. Goals of restorative care include:

• Increasing strength, mobility & endurance
• Promoting continence
• Preventing pressure ulcers
• Building confidence for walking and transferring

For more information, please call 602-944-1574 and one of our caring team will speak with you regarding our Rehabilitation and Transition programs.