Author Question: Place the instructions for controlled coughing in the correct sequence. (Separate letters by a comma ... (Read 42 times)

Shelles · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

Place the instructions for controlled coughing in the correct sequence. (Separate letters by a comma and space as follows: A, B, C, D)

a. Inhale deeply and hold breath for a count of three
b. Document exercise and patient reaction
c. Cough 2 or 3 times without inhaling then relax
d. Take several deep breaths
e. Inhale through nose
f. Exhale through pursed lips

Question 2

The nurse explains that to promote deep breathing and improve lung expansion and oxygenation the patient should use the _____________ ______________ at regular intervals during the day.

ANS:

welcom1000 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS:
D, E, F, A, C, B

The patient should be instructed to take several deep breaths, inhale through the nose, exhale through pursed lips, inhale deeply and hold for a count of three, cough two or three times without exhaling, relax. The procedure may be repeated before documentation.

Answer to Question 2

incentive spirometer

The incentive spirometer is a device to encourage deep breathing and lung expansion. The usual rate of usage is 8 to 10 breaths hourly during waking hours.