Which Intervention Is Likely to Reduce the Risk of Postoperative

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which intervention is likely to reduce the risk of postoperative atelectasis? Select all that apply.

• A) Administer bronchodilators.
• B) Apply low-flow oxygen.
• C) Encourage coughing and deep breathing and coughing.
• D) Administer pain medication.
• E) Assist to move and reposition in bed.

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Definitions:

Acute Stress

A form of stress that is short-term and stems from the demands and pressures of the recent past and anticipated demands and pressures of the near future.

Decreased Immune Response

A reduction in the effectiveness of the body's immune system to fight off infections and diseases.

Chronic Diseases

Long-lasting medical conditions that are often progressive and require ongoing management and treatment.

General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS)

A conceptual framework that outlines how the body responds to stress over short and long periods, divided into three phases: alarm, resistance, and exhaustion.