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Question 1

A patient is annoyed by a cough that occurs at change of seasons. What should the nurse explain to the patient about this symptom?
◦ "A cough propels respiratory secretions into the upper airways for expulsion."
◦ "A cough means that you are fighting an upper respiratory infection."
◦ "A cough is harmful and should be suppressed."
◦ "A cough is a protective reflex to clear debris out of the lungs."

Question 2

The nurse assesses an older patient's respiratory status. Which finding should the nurse identify as being an expected age-related change? Select all that apply.
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
◦ Copious mucous production
◦ Weak cough
◦ Nasal flaring
◦ Increased AP diameter
◦ Shortness of breath
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Reply #1 on: Jun 2, 2019
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FButt

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Reply 2 on: Jun 2, 2019
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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