Asked by Akakhel Zalmai on Jun 09, 2024
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The nurse is teaching a patient with asthma how to measure peak expiratory flow rate (PEFR) .What should be included in the teaching plan? (Select all that apply. )
A) Assume a recumbent position before measuring PEFR.
B) Take a deep breath in,exhale,then place the mouthpiece in the mouth and form a firm seal with the lips.
C) After placing the mouthpiece in the mouth,blow out as hard and as fast as possible through the mouth in only one single breath.
D) Measure PEFR 3 times and record the highest number.
Peak Expiratory Flow Rate
A measurement of the highest speed at which air can be forcefully exhaled from the lungs, used in diagnosing and monitoring asthma.
Recumbent Position
A lying down posture used in medical and therapeutic settings, with variations including supine, prone, and side-lying positions.
Mouthpiece
A device attached to the end of an instrument or apparatus that is placed in or near the mouth.
- Detect early symptoms of hypoxia in patients being treated with additional oxygen.
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Learning Objectives
- Detect early symptoms of hypoxia in patients being treated with additional oxygen.
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