Restorative careQuestion 1481 of 1700
How often do you usually encourage a client to use the incentive spirometer?
- Every hour while awake
- Once a week
- Every four hours at night
- Once each shift
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Correct answer: Every hour while awake
The nurse or respiratory therapist teaches the client first.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 9.4: Complications of Immobility
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026