The nurse is assisting a client with postural drainage. What should be included when explaining the process to the client? Select all that apply
1. Expectorate secretions
2. Return to a sitting position slowly
3. Remain in each position for 3 to 15 minutes
4. Take a deep breath between position changes
5. The head of the bed will be in the flat position
1, 2, 3, 4
Rationale 1: The client should be instructed to expectorate secretions.
Rationale 2: The client should be instructed to slowly return to a seated position.
Rationale 3: The client should be instructed to remain in each position for 3 to 15 minutes.
Rationale 4: The client should be instructed to take a deep breath between position changes.
Rationale 5: The client should be instructed that the head of the bed will be in a downward angle.
Global Rationale: The client should be instructed to expectorate secretions, slowly return to a seated position, remain in each position for 3 to 15 minutes, and take a deep breath between position changes. The client should be instructed that the head of the bed will be in a downward angle.
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