The nurse is taking care of a 7-year old that has just undergone abdominal surgery and is very anxious. In order for the nurse to facilitate deep breathing exercises, the nurse initiates which action?
The nurse is taking care of a 7-year old that has just undergone abdominal surgery and is very anxious. In order for the nurse to facilitate deep breathing exercises, the nurse initiates which action?
A. Provide the child with instructions on how to use an incentive spirometer.
[18%]
B. Tell her that she will get ice cream after she successfully does the exercise.
[3%]
C. Give the child a pinwheel to blow on and play with her.
[76%]
D. Have the child play catch with the nurse using bean bags.
[2%]
Statistics
Subject/Lesson
Subject
Child Health
Lesson
Gastrointestinal
Client Need
Test Plan
Reduction of Risk Potential
Related Topic
Potential for Complications from Surgical Procedures and Health Alterations
Item Type
Item Type
Application
Explanation
Choice C is correct. Giving the child a pinwheel to blow on is a way to alleviate her anxiety and most importantly, blowing on the pinwheel aids in expanding her lungs the same way as an incentive spirometer does.
Choice A is incorrect. Instructions on how to use an incentive spirometer should be given before the operation, not after. Instructing the child on how to use the incentive spirometer may also increase her anxiety.
Choice B is incorrect. This action is a form of bribery and should not be used by the nurse. The nurse should encourage the participation of the child in treatment through other means.
Choice D is incorrect. Playing catch using bean bags focuses on increasing the child’s muscle strength after surgery. It does not focus on lung expansion.
