To prevent postoperative complications, the nurse assists the client with coughing and deep-breathing exercises. This is best accomplished by implementing which of the following?
1. Coughing exercises 1 hour before meals and deep breathing 1 hour after meals
2. Forceful coughing as many times as tolerated
3. Huff coughing every 2 hours or as needed
4. Diaphragmatic and pursed-lip breathing 5 to 10 times, four times a day
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