The doctor has ordered the removal of a Davol drain. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give to the client before removing the drain?

The client should be told to breathe normally. The client should be told to take two or three deep breaths as the drain is being removed.The client should be told to hold his breath as the drain is being removed.The client should breathe slowly as the drain is being removed.

Explanation.

Taking deep breaths will decrease the discomfort experienced during removal of the drain. Answers A C and D are incorrect statements because they do not decrease the discomfort during removal of the drain.