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Which TWO are correct regarding the initial force production increase after a training program has (re)started?

Which of the following situations is a contraindication for incentive spirometry?1. A patient who is cooperative2. A patient who cannot cooperate or follow instructions3. An unconscious patient

Which patient condition(s) poses the greatest risk for aspiration when administering percussion and postural drainage   I.  Myasthenia-gravis  II.  Stroke Patient III. Paraplegics  IV. Unstable hemodynamics

Which of the following can provoke a cough?1. Infection2. Foreign bodies3. Anesthesia 4. Irritating gases

In explaining the therapeutic goal of Incentive Spirometry therapy to a patient, it would be most appropriate to say

Which of the outcomes would indicate improvement in a patient previously diagnosed with atelectasis who has been receiving incentive spirometry?  Improved PaO2 Improved respiratory rate  Decreased vital capacity (VC) Improved chest radiograph

The following statements are true about intermittent positive-pressure breathing, except?

A community health nurse is providing teaching to the family of a client who has primary dementia. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse tell the family to expect?

A nurse in a mental health clinic is caring for a client who has bipolar disorder and a prescription for an antipsychotic medication. The provider and nursing staff suspect the client is not adhering to his medication therapy. Which of the following interventions should the staff use to encourage the client’s adherence? (Select all that apply.)

A nurse is assessing a client who has schizophrenia and has been on long-term treatment with chlorpromazine. He notes the client is experiencing some involuntary movements of the tongue and face. The nurse should suspect the client has developed which of the following adverse effects?