The nurse is providing care for a patient diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).Which intervention is inappropriate to control the patient's breathing pattern?

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Deep breathing and coughing every hour may cause fatigue and increased shortness of breath in patients with COPD. It is important to promote rest and conserve energy in these patients. The other interventions (instructing in pursed-lip breathing, teaching visualization and meditation, and instructing in abdominal breathing) can all be beneficial for controlling breathing patterns and managing symptoms in patients with COPD.

The Nurse Is Providing Care for a Patient Diagnosed with Chronic