1) The availability of hemoglobin and 2)Its ability to carry oxygen from alveoli to cells for metabolism and carry carbon dioxide produced by cellular metabolism from cells to alveoli to be eliminated. Impairment of Gas Exchange Occurs when the diffusion of gases (oxygen and carbon dioxide) becom...
Deep breathing should be done hourly by the client after surgery. Sitting upright ignores the need to splint the incision to prevent pain. Tightening the stomach muscles is not an effective strategy for promoting deep breathing. Raising the shoulders is not a feature of deep-breathing exercises. ...