FINAL Chapter 27: Lower Respiratory Problems Lewis: Medical-Surgical Nursing, 10th Edition Questions and Answers 2023
After assessment of a patient with *pneumonia*, the nurse identifies a nursing diagnosis of *ineffective airway clearance*. Which assessment data best supports this diagnosis? a. Weak cough effort b. Profuse green sputum c. Respiratory rate of 28 breaths/minute d. Resting pulse oximetry (SpO2) of 85% - -a. Weak cough effort The weak, *nonproductive cough* indicates that the patient is *unable to clear the airway* effectively.
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