A Client with a History of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

question 16

Multiple Choice

A client with a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) presents to the clinic with increased cough and low-grade temperature.Which question by the nurse elicits the most useful information?

• A) "How long have you been sick?"
• B) "Has your sputum changed color?"
• C) "Is anyone else in your house sick?"
• D) "Do you take any medications?"

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