The Patient Reports Having a Persistent Cough for the Past

question 15

Multiple Choice

The patient reports having a persistent cough for the past 2 weeks and that the cough disrupts sleep and has not been helped by over-the-counter cough medicines. Which question is most appropriate for the nurse to ask next?

• A) "So what do you think is causing this persistent cough?"
• B) "Have you tried taking sleeping pills to help you sleep?"
• C) "Did you think this will just go away on its own?"
• D) "What other symptoms have you noticed related to this cough?"

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