The nurse is assisting in the preparation of a patient for a hypophysectomy.What should the nurse emphasize when teaching this patient? (Select all that apply.)

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The nurse should emphasize that it will be important after surgery to avoid any actions that increase pressure on the surgical site,such as coughing,sneezing,nose blowing,straining to move bowels,or bending from the waist.Instruct the patient in deep-breathing exercises or use of an incentive spirometer.A.Nose blowing should be avoided.D.Because coughing can raise intracranial pressure it is contraindicated.

The Nurse Is Assisting in the Preparation of a Patient