The nurse explains to the patient that the incentive spirometer is used to promote which of the following outcomes?
a. Lung expansion
b. Reduce likelihood of vascular complications
c. Incisional healing
d. Expectoration of mucus
A
The use of the incentive spirometer promotes lung expansion. The visual incentive provided by the device encourages the patient to breathe as deeply as possible. Huff coughing is used to promote expectoration of mucus. Repositioning the patient regularly reduces the risk for vascular complications. While adequate oxygenation is needed for wound healing, the use of the incentive spirometer is not recommended for that outcome.
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