Postural Drainage with Percussion and Vibration Is Ordered Twice Daily

question 28

Multiple Choice

Postural drainage with percussion and vibration is ordered twice daily for a patient with chronic bronchitis.Which intervention should the nurse include in the plan of care?

• A) Schedule the procedure 1 hour after the patient eats.
• B) Maintain the patient in the lateral position for 20 minutes.
• C) Perform percussion before assisting the patient to the drainage position.
• D) Give the ordered albuterol (Proventil) before the patient receives the therapy.

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