The nurse provides discharge teaching for a patient who has two fractured ribs from an automobile accident. Which statement,if made by the patient,would indicate that teaching has been effective?

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Prevention of the complications of atelectasis and pneumonia is a priority after rib fracture. This can be ensured by deep breathing and coughing. Use of a rib binder,shallow breathing,and taking pain medications only at night are likely to result in atelectasis.

The Nurse Provides Discharge Teaching for a Patient Who Has