Postsurgical Deep Breathing
Deep breathing helps keep your lungs clear. If you’ve had surgery, it will help you get better faster. It may also prevent a lung infection. If you have lung problems, it will help you breathe easier. Follow the steps below.

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1. | 2. | 3.Pucker your lips as if you were going to blow out a candle. Breathe out slowly through your mouth. You should feel your chest go down as you breathe out. Rest for a few seconds. Then repeat as many times as directed by your health care provider. You may be given a device called an incentive spirometer to help you with the exercise while in the hospital.
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