The nurse is preparing to discharge a patient after thoracotomy. The patient is going home on oxygen therapy and requires wound care. As a result, he will receive home care nursing. What should the nurse include in discharge teaching for this patient?
A) Safe technique for self-suctioning of secretions
B) Technique for performing postural drainage
C) Correct and safe use of oxygen therapy equipment
D) How to provide safe and effective tracheostomy care
Ans: C
Feedback:
Respiratory care and other treatment modalities (oxygen, incentive spirometry, chest physiotherapy [CPT], and oral, inhaled, or IV medications) may be continued at home. Therefore, the nurse needs to instruct the patient and family in their correct and safe use. The scenario does not indicate the patient needs help with suctioning, postural drainage, or tracheostomy care.
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