Which Nursing Assessment Would Indicate That the Patient Is Performing

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which nursing assessment would indicate that the patient is performing diaphragmatic breathing correctly?

• A) Hands placed on border of rib cage with fingers extended will touch as chest wall contracts.
• B) Hands placed on chest wall with fingers extended will separate as chest wall contracts.
• C) The patient will feel upward movement of the diaphragm during inspiration.
• D) The patient will feel downward movement of the diaphragm during expiration.

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Definitions:

Defense Mechanism

Unconscious psychological strategies used to cope with reality and maintain self-image.

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An ego defense mechanism in which one creates acceptable reasons for unwanted or undesirable behavior.

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Pleasure Principle

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