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The primary nurse asks Jim to take Mrs. Lu an incentive spirometer and teach her what...

The primary nurse asks Jim to take Mrs. Lu an incentive spirometer and teach her what it is and how to use it properly. What two should Jim include in his teaching plan and why?

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Jim should explain that an incentive spirometer is used to encourage deep breathing and prevent pulmonary complications after abdominal surgery. He should have her place her lips around the mouthpiece and inhale slowly with an even flow to elevate the balls and to keep them floating as long as possible. He should tell her to do this frequently while she is awake.

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