The primary purpose of deep breathing and coughing exercises is to:

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Question 1 of 5

The primary purpose of deep breathing and coughing exercises is to:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Breathing and coughing clear lungs, preventing infection. Appetite (A), BP (C), or oxygen limit (D) isn’t the goal.

Question 2 of 5

The most appropriate nursing intervention for a patient with a high fever is to:

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Tepid sponging and fluids cool and hydrate. Blankets (B), cold-only (C), or no fluids (D) worsen fever.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse's primary goal in post-operative care is to:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Preventing complications ensures recovery. Limiting activity (A), no repositioning (C), or immobility (D) increases risks.

Question 4 of 5

When performing wound care, the nurse should:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Least-to-most prevents infection spread. Most-to-least (A), no gloves (C), or non-sterile gloves (D) risks contamination.

Question 5 of 5

The purpose of Fowler's position is to:

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Fowler’s aids breathing and prevents aspiration. Drainage (A), mobility (C), or BP (D) isn’t primary.

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