A patient is recovering from transphenoidal surgery for partial resection of a pituitary adenoma. Which action should the nurse counsel the patient to avoid performing?

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1. Blowing the nose or sneezing may cause the patch to dislodge, which could result in a cerebrospinal fluid leak (CSF) and increase the risk of infection.
2. Deep breathing is a postoperative activity that all postoperative patients should perform to prevent atelectasis.
3. Drinking 2 liters of fluid per day is a postop activity that helps the body metabolize anesthesia, maintains hydration, and liquefies pulmonary secretions.
4. The head of the bed needs to be elevated at least 30 degrees or higher to reduce postop edema. This also allows for better lung expansion to prevent atelectasis.

A Patient Is Recovering from Transphenoidal Surgery for Partial Resection