A Patient Has Difficulty Raising Pulmonary Secretions,and the Nurse Writes

question 8

Multiple Choice

A patient has difficulty raising pulmonary secretions,and the nurse writes a nursing diagnosis of "Ineffective Airway Clearance related to weak cough and fatigue." What would best help the patient maintain a clear airway?

• A) Teach relaxation exercises.
• B) Allow rest periods between activities.
• C) Encourage fluids; suction prn as ordered.
• D) Instruct in abdominal and pursed-lip breathing.

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