Scenario: Although no definitive diagnosis has been made, the client is prescribed antibiotics, hydration, aggressive pulmonary hygiene, and supplemental oxygen therapy.What measures will the nurse plan to add to the client's plan of care to address the need for aggressive pulmonary hygiene? Select all that apply.Offer oral fluids with each client-nurse interaction.Encourage deep breathing when in a sitting or semisitting position.Assist with repositioning every 2-3 hours.Teach and evaluate client's understanding of diaphragmatic breathing with pursed lips.Facilitate consult with physical therapy department for purpose of percussion therapy.Encourage ambulation 4 times daily.Teach and evaluate client's understanding and ability to perform controlled coughing.

2. Deep breathing is as effortless as it sounds. You breathe in extremely and then try to cough up…

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Phlebotomy Essentials

6th Edition

ISBN:9781451194524

Author:Ruth McCall, Cathee M. Tankersley MT(ASCP)

Publisher:Ruth McCall, Cathee M. Tankersley MT(ASCP)

Chapter1: Phlebotomy: Past And Present And The Healthcare Setting

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Scenario: Although no definitive diagnosis has been made, the client is prescribed antibiotics, hydration, aggressive pulmonary hygiene, and supplemental oxygen therapy.

What measures will the nurse plan to add to the client's plan of care to address the need for aggressive pulmonary hygiene? Select all that apply.

Offer oral fluids with each client-nurse interaction.
Encourage deep breathing when in a sitting or semisitting position.
Assist with repositioning every 2-3 hours.
Teach and evaluate client's understanding of diaphragmatic breathing with pursed lips.
Facilitate consult with physical therapy department for purpose of percussion therapy.
Encourage ambulation 4 times daily.
Teach and evaluate client's understanding and ability to perform controlled coughing.

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