The nurse is providing teaching to a client with pneumonia. Which of the following client statements indicate a good understanding of the discharge instructions given by the nurse?
A)"I will call the doctor if I still feel tired after a week."
B)"I will need to use home oxygen therapy for 3 months."
C)"I will continue to do the deep-breathing and coughing exercises at home."
D)"I will schedule two appointments for the pneumonia and influenza vaccines."

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Clients should continue to cough and deep breathe after discharge for up to 6-8 weeks. Fatigue for several weeks is expected. Home oxygen therapy is not needed with successful treatment of pneumonia. The pneumonia and influenza vaccines can be given at the same time.

The Nurse Is Providing Teaching to a Client with Pneumonia