The Nurse Is Teaching a Patient with Asthma How to Measure

question 12

Multiple Choice

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 three times and record the highest number.

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