The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Experiencing Atelectasis of the Right

question 5

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient experiencing atelectasis of the right lower lung lobe. What interventions should the nurse include in this patient's plan of care?

• A) positioning on the left side
• B) applying oxygen as prescribed
• C) encouraging increased oral fluids
• D) coaching to deep-breathe and cough
• E) administering antibiotics as prescribed

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