A nurse is preparing a patient for pulmonary functioning testing (PFT).Which nursing statements will help to reinforce teaching about the purposes of these tests? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
Select all that apply.
A)"These tests can help in the diagnosis of any pulmonary diseases you may have."
B)"We can monitor how well therapies are working by comparing the results of your tests."
C)"Insurance companies require these tests be done before you can be discharged from the hospital."
D)"By testing you frequently we can identify changes occurring in your pulmonary health before they become severe."
E)"The tests give us numbers so we can make accurate assessments of your pulmonary health."

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These statements accurately reflect the purposes of pulmonary functioning testing. Statement C is incorrect as insurance companies do not require PFTs before discharge from the hospital. Therefore, the correct choices are A, B, D, and E.

A Nurse Is Preparing a Patient for Pulmonary Functioning Testing