After Open Heart Surgery, a Patient Has Developed Bronchitis with Increased

question 11

Multiple Choice

After open heart surgery, a patient has developed bronchitis with increased secretions and atelectasis. What respiratory therapy procedures should initially be recommended?
1) Chest physical therapy
2) Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP)
3) Incentive spirometry
4) Inhaled sympathomimetic medication

• A)3, 4
• B)2, 4
• C)1, 3
• D)1, 2, 4

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