Multiple Choice
To prevent respiratory complications resulting from immobility,the best nursing interventions would be to:
A) Suction every 4 to 6 hours.
B) Administer pain medications as frequently as possible.
C) Teach the patient the technique of pursed lip breathing.
D) Reposition the patient, and encourage him or her to cough and deep-breathe at least every 2 hours.
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