Multiple Choice
After postural drainage therapy,the patient's pulse increases from 80/min to 90/min and the respiratory rate increases from 18/min to 22/min after 15 minutes of therapy.The patient expectorates an average of 20 ml of therapy after each therapy which is given BID.What should be recommended at this time?
A) Continuation of the therapy
B) Add a mucolytic before therapy.
C) Discontinue therapy because of intolerance.
D) Perform the therapy with the patient in a modified position.
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