When teaching a postoperative patient to cough effectively, which instruction should the nurse give?
Correct answer: B. Take a deep breath, then cough two or three times
- A. Take a shallow breath and cough once
- B. Take a deep breath, then cough two or three times
- C. Breathe rapidly before coughing forcefully
- D. Suppress the cough to reduce wound discomfort
Explanation
A deep breath increases lung volume, and controlled coughing helps move secretions toward the larger airways. Splinting the incision with a pillow can reduce discomfort, but suppressing the cough can allow secretions to remain in the airway.
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