The nurse has reinforced preoperative teaching with a patient about coughing and deep breathing techniques.Which patient statements indicate a correct understanding of the teaching? (Select all that apply.)

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Deep breathing helps prevent the development of atelectasis.Coughing moves secretions to prevent pneumonia.They are done 10 times hourly while the patient is awake for 24 to 48 hours postoperatively.A.These exercises should be done after surgery.B.Shallow breaths are not recommended.E.This exercise should be done up to 2 days after the surgery.

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