Asked by Alyssa Allison on Jun 14, 2024
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The nurse is encouraging a reluctant postoperative patient to deep breathe and cough. Which explanation can the nurse provide that may encourage the patient to comply?
A) "If you don't deep breathe and cough, you will get pneumonia."
B) "You will need to cough only a few times during this shift."
C) "Let's try clearing the throat because that will work just as well."
D) "Deep breathing and coughing will clear out the anesthesia."
Deep Breathe
An intentional, slow and deep inhalation followed by a slow exhalation, used to promote relaxation or improve lung function.
Anesthesia
Medical administration of drugs to prevent pain during surgery by inducing a temporary state of unconsciousness or analgesia.
Postoperative
Referring to the period after surgery.
- Comprehend and advocate for exercises and activities designed to prevent complications after surgery.
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Milia ChahineJun 16, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Deep breathing and coughing expel retained anesthetic gases and facilitate a patient's return to consciousness. Although it is correct that a patient may experience atelectasis and pneumonia if deep breathing and coughing are not performed, the way this is worded sounds threatening and could be communicated in a more therapeutic manner. Deep breathing and coughing are encouraged every 2 hours while the patient is awake. Just clearing the throat does not remove mucus from deeper airways.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend and advocate for exercises and activities designed to prevent complications after surgery.
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