Questions: Which is the reason for observing the respiration rate of a patient in the supine position by placing the arm of the patient across the chest? Patient's convenience Eliminate intermittent sighing Accelerate breathing movement Observe breathing movement Confident Not Sure

Which is the reason for observing the respiration rate of a patient in the supine position by placing the arm of the patient across the chest? Patient's convenience Eliminate intermittent sighing Accelerate breathing movement Observe breathing movement Confident Not Sure

Transcript text: Which is the reason for observing the respiration rate of a patient in the supine position by placing the arm of the patient across the chest? Patient's convenience Eliminate intermittent sighing Accelerate breathing movement Observe breathing movement Confident Not Sure

Solution

The answer is the fourth one: Observe breathing movement.

Explanation for each option:

Patient's convenience: While placing the arm across the chest might be comfortable for some patients, the primary reason for this position is not convenience. This option is incorrect.
Eliminate intermittent sighing: Intermittent sighing is a natural part of breathing and is not typically eliminated by positioning the arm across the chest. This option is incorrect.
Accelerate breathing movement: The position of the arm does not accelerate breathing movement. Breathing rate is generally controlled by physiological factors, not by arm positioning. This option is incorrect.
Observe breathing movement: Placing the arm across the chest allows healthcare providers to more easily observe the rise and fall of the chest, which is indicative of the patient's breathing pattern and rate. This option is correct.

In summary, the primary reason for placing the arm across the chest in the supine position is to observe the breathing movement more clearly.

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