The nurse is discussing activity management with a patient who is postoperative following thoracotomy. What instructions should the nurse give to the patient regarding activity immediately following discharge?
A) Walk 1 mile 3 to 4 times a week.
B) Use weights daily to increase arm strength.
C) Walk on a treadmill 30 minutes daily.
D) Perform shoulder exercises five times daily.
Ans: D
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The nurse emphasizes the importance of progressively increased activity. The nurse also instructs the patient on the importance of performing shoulder exercises five times daily. The patient should ambulate with limits and realize that the return of strength will likely be gradual and likely will not include weight lifting or lengthy walks.
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