Page 8 - Pleural Effusion Nursing care plan
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Nursing Interventions Rationale
Mouth breathing and oxygen therapy can irritate
Offer frequent oral hygiene. and dry out mucous membranes, potentiating
general discomfort
Instruct and assist client in chest- Aids in control of chest discomfort while
splinting techniques during coughing enhancing effectiveness of cough effort.
episodes
These medications may be used to suppress
Administer analgesics and antitussives, nonproductive or paroxysmal cough or reduce
as indicated excess mucus, thereby enhancing general comfort
and rest.
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