72. Administering Steam Inhalation

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Deep breathing of warm and moist air (vapor) into the lungs for local effect on the air passages or for a systemic effect.
1. To relieve the inflammation and congestion of the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract and paranasal sinuses thus to produce symptomatic relief in acute and chronic sinusitis.
2. To soften thick tenacious mucus which helps in its expulsion from the respiratory tract
3. To provide moisture and heat and to prevent dryness of the mucous membranes of the lungs and upper respiratory passages following operation such as tracheotomy.
4. To aid in absorption of oxygen
5.To relieve spastic conditions of the larynx and bronchi.
6. To provide antiseptic action on the respiratory tract (e.g.) by using menthol, eucalyptus and tincture benzoic.