Multiple Choice
A patient with bacterial pneumonia has coarse crackles and thick sputum. Which action should the nurse plan to promote airway clearance?
A) Restrict oral fluids during the day.
B) Teach pursed-lip breathing technique.
C) Assist the patient to splint the chest when coughing.
D) Encourage the patient to wear the nasal O2 cannula.
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