Asked by Bintou Ndiaye on Apr 23, 2024
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Eighty year-old Mr.Janisse has arrived on the surgical unit following a right femoral bypass.He has chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) ,as a result of many years of smoking.Which of the following nursing interventions is of most importance to Mr.Janisse's general recovery?
A) Explaining how to perform leg exercises
B) Restricting fluid intake to less than 1000 mL
C) Ambulating Mr.Janisse to the end of the hall and back every 2 hours
D) Having Mr.Janisse demonstrate coughing and deep breathing
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
A group of lung diseases characterized by chronic obstruction of lung airflow that interferes with normal breathing and is not fully reversible.
Coughing
A reflex action to clear the throat of mucus or foreign irritants.
Leg Exercises
Physical activities focusing on strengthening and improving the mobility of the leg muscles.
- Illustrate familiarity with techniques for caring after surgery, such as modifying dressings and overseeing drain care.
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Sarthak Kawanpure7 days ago
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Mr. Janisse has COPD which can make him prone to respiratory complications such as pneumonia following surgery. Therefore, having him demonstrate coughing and deep breathing is the most important intervention to prevent these complications and promote general recovery. The other interventions are also important, but not as urgent as preventing respiratory complications.
Learning Objectives
- Illustrate familiarity with techniques for caring after surgery, such as modifying dressings and overseeing drain care.