To reduce the risk of respiratory infection and pneumonia where medical care is delayed, responders should:
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Option C: Have the patient breathe deeply and cough.
Encouraging a patient to breathe deeply and cough regularly helps clear pulmonary secretions and prevents the collapse of lung tissue (atelectasis). This is a critical nursing intervention to minimize the risk of pneumonia in patients during prolonged transport or delayed medical care.
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Encouraging a patient to breathe deeply and cough regularly helps clear pulmonary secretions and prevents the collapse of lung tissue (atelectasis). This is a critical nursing intervention to minimize the risk of pneumonia in patients during prolonged transport or delayed medical care.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Medical First Aid (MFA).
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