Which of these exercises, if taught to a client prior to surgery, ...

[bclement10]

Which of these exercises, if taught to a client prior to surgery, can BEST prevent development of postoperative respiratory complications?
 
  a. turning c. deep breathing and spirometry
  b. coughing d. splinting

Question 2

During a client's routine physical examination, an aortic aneurysm is detected. The client is distressed and says, I know this is wrong because I don't have any symptoms or problems Which of these responses should the nurse make?
 
  a. Aneurysms are caused by a hereditary lack of elastin in the arterial wall. Have any relatives had this problem?
  b. Aneurysms are often asymptomatic until they start leaking or pressing on other structures.
  c. Didn't you see the X-ray pictures of the aneurysm?
  d. Why don't you seek a second opinion?

[sarah_brady415]

Answer to Question 1

C
Prior to surgery, teaching should include the importance of deep breathing and spirometry to prevent the development of postoperative respiratory complications.

Answer to Question 2

B
Symptoms of aneurysms depend on the location. Aneurysms are often asymptomatic until they start leaking or pressing on other structures.

[bclement10]

Great answer, keep it coming

[adammoses97]

Excellent