Asked by Arianna Perez on Jul 27, 2024
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A patient is planning to perform incentive spirometry after abdominal surgery.The nurse should encourage the patient to do which of the following?
A) Get comfortable in a semi-reclined position.
B) Inhale as deeply as possible and then exhale into the incentive spirometry device.
C) Hold the breath for at least 3 seconds before exhaling.
D) Exhale as quickly as possible.
Incentive Spirometry
A respiratory therapy device used to help patients improve the functioning of their lungs by encouraging voluntary deep breathing.
Exhale
The act of breathing out or expelling air from the lungs through the mouth or nose.
Semi-Reclined Position
A position where the individual is lying back at an angle, elevating the upper body to some degree, which can aid in breathing and digestion.
- Ascertain which individuals may receive the least advantage from targeted post-surgical respiratory support interventions.
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Learning Objectives
- Ascertain which individuals may receive the least advantage from targeted post-surgical respiratory support interventions.
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