Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 77%
Simulated
The nurse teaches a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) about pursed-lip breathing (PLB). Which action by the patient would indicate to the nurse that no further teaching is needed?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
The correct answer is C. In pursed-lip breathing for COPD, the patient should inhale deeply through the nose to bring more oxygen into the lungs and exhale slowly through pursed lips to prevent air trapping in the lungs. This helps improve oxygen exchange and reduces shortness of breath. Choice A is incorrect as quick inhales and exhales do not promote optimal lung function. Choice B is incorrect as exhaling quickly does not allow for proper airway clearance. Choice D is incorrect as inhaling through pursed lips is not the correct technique for PLB.