A client is demonstrating diaphragmatic breathing for the nurse. Which action by the client shows adequate understanding of this breathing technique?
a. Lying on his or her side with knees bent
b. Having his or her hands on the abdomen
c. Having his or her hands over the head
d. Lying in the prone position
B
To perform diaphragmatic breathing correctly, the client should put the hands on his or her ab-domen to create resistance. This type of breathing cannot be performed effectively while lying on the side or with hands over the head. This type of breathing would not be as effective lying prone.
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