The Nurse Has Reinforced Preoperative Teaching with a Patient About

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Multiple Choice

The nurse has reinforced preoperative teaching with a patient about coughing and deep-breathing techniques. Which patient statements indicate a correct understanding of the teaching? (Select all that apply.)

• A)"I should avoid deep breathing after surgery."
• B)"I should take shallow breaths after surgery to prevent pain."
• C)"Deep breathing and coughing helps prevent respiratory problems."
• D)"I should deep breathe and cough every hour while awake."
• E)"I should cough and deep breathe beginning 2 days after my surgery."

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Definitions:

Suicidal Behavior

Actions taken by an individual that show an intention to kill oneself or engage in behavior with a significant risk of leading to one's death.

Dialectic

A method of dialogue or argument that involves a process of questioning and examination to explore contradictions and opposing viewpoints, often used in therapy to encourage insight.

Counterconditioning

A behavior therapy technique that involves replacing an unwanted response to a stimulus with a wanted response.

Mindfulness

A mental state achieved by focusing one’s awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one's feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations.