RNSG 1105 Intro to Nursing Skills I Module 8 questions & answers

RNSG 1105 Intro to Nursing Skills I Module 8How does coughing assist with respiratory function? - correct answer Permits pt to remove secretions from both upper and lower airways How does breathing exercises support respiratory function? - correct answer Improves pulmonary ventilation What is the difference in pursed-lip breathing and deep breathing? - correct answer -Pursed-lip breathing involved deep inspiration and prolonged expiration through pursed lips to prevent alveolar collapse. -Diaphragmatic breathing is useful for pts w/pulmonary disease and dyspnea secondary to heart failure and usually more difficult that other breathing methods. How would you teach a patient to perform pursed-lip breathing? - correct answer 1.) Assess pain level prior to beginning exercises and medicate if necessary. 2.) Instruct the patient to practice "Purse lips" by positioning lips as if sucking through a straw or whistling 3.) While sitting up the patient inhales through the nose while counting to three and then exhales slowly and evenly against pursed lips while tightening the abdominal muscles. 4.) During exhalation, have the patient count to seven. 5.) Document as directed or per facility policy. How would you teach a patient to perform deep breathing? - correct answer 1.) Assess pain level prior to beginning exercises and medicate if necessary. 2.) Place patient in a semi-Fowler's position, leaning forward to ventilate the lobes of the lungs. 3.) Instruct the patient to: a. Inhale and exhale deeply and slowly through the nose two times. (In 2-3-4; out 2-3-4) b. Then on the third exhale, have the patient cough fully for two or three consecutive coughs without inhaling between coughs.