What instruction should a nurse give when teaching the patient to cough effectively after surgery?
A) Breathe through the nose,hold breath,and exhale slowly.
B) Take three deep breaths and cough from the chest.
C) Inhale while contracting the abdominal muscles and exhale while contracting the diaphragm.
D) Take short,frequent panting breaths and cough from the throat to clear accumulated mucus.
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