Which Is the Most Appropriate Outcome for the Postoperative Patient

Which is the most appropriate outcome for the postoperative patient with the nursing diagnosis ineffective breathing pattern related to side effects of pain medication?

A) The patient will correctly demonstrate how to use pursed-lip breathing.
B) The patient will report the ability to breathe comfortably without anxiety.
C) The patient's pulse oximetry will stay greater than 94% with at least 12 breaths/minute.
D) The patient will rest comfortably and rate pain no higher than 4 on 0-to-10 scale.

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