The nurse provides recommendations for the plan of care for a patient scheduled to undergo a cholecystectomy. What is the best rationale for including preoperative teaching of deep breathing exercises to prevent postoperative complications for this patient? (Select all that apply.?

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A) Anesthesia can lead to increased retention of respiratory secretions because it depresses the cough reflex and can lead to shallow breathing, making it harder to clear secretions. C) The location of the incision for a cholecystectomy is in the upper abdomen, which can physically impair the ability to fully expand the lungs, especially if the diaphragm's movement is restricted. D) Incisional pain can cause a patient to avoid deep breathing and coughing due to discomfort, leading to decreased lung expansion and potentially increasing the risk of atelectasis and pneumonia.

The Nurse Provides Recommendations for the Plan of Care for a Patient