When the Postoperative Patient Refuses to Cough Due to Incisional

question 22

Multiple Choice

When the postoperative patient refuses to cough due to incisional pain,which action should the nurse take first?

• A) Encourage deep breathing instead of coughing.
• B) Splint the abdomen with a pillow.
• C) Explain the importance of controlled coughing.
• D) Administer pain medication.

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Definitions:

Personal Care

Activities and practices for maintaining personal hygiene and grooming.

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Physical Assessment

The examination of a patient's body to evaluate overall health and detect any signs of disease or abnormalities, often using inspection, palpation, percussion, and auscultation.