Asked by Lovereen Jaswal on May 12, 2024
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The nurse and the nursing assistive personnel are assisting a postoperative patient to turn in bed. To assist in minimizing discomfort, which instruction should the nurse provide to the patient?
A) "Close your eyes and think about something pleasant."
B) "Hold your breath and count to three."
C) "Grab my shoulders with your hands."
D) "Place your hand over your incision."
Minimizing Discomfort
The process of reducing pain or unease in a patient or individual through various methods and interventions.
Postoperative
Referring to the period or phase immediately following a surgical procedure, during which patient recovery and monitoring are critical.
Incision
A surgical cut made in the skin or flesh by a sharp instrument, often as the first step in an operative procedure.
- Apprehend and endorse the practice of exercises and activities aimed at preventing complications post-operation.
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Learning Objectives
- Apprehend and endorse the practice of exercises and activities aimed at preventing complications post-operation.
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