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The Nurse Determines That the Patient Is at Risk for Atelectasis

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The nurse determines that the patient is at risk for atelectasis caused by pain from back surgery 3 hours ago.Which is the best goal for the nurse to help the patient achieve?


A) The patient's lungs will be clear when auscultated every 2 hours.
B) The nurse will manage the patient's pain with oral morphine.
C) Cool the patient's elevated temperature with a cooling mat.
D) Maintain adequate cardiac output with a positive fluid balance.

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