After Teaching a Client with a Spinal Cord Injury,the Nurse

question 6

Multiple Choice

After teaching a client with a spinal cord injury,the nurse assesses the client's understanding.Which client statement indicates a correct understanding of how to prevent respiratory problems at home?

• A) "I'll use my incentive spirometer every 2 hours while I'm awake."
• B) "I'll drink thinned fluids to prevent choking."
• C) "I'll take cough medicine to prevent excessive coughing."
• D) "I'll position myself on my right side so I don't aspirate."

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