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When teaching a client how to cough productively, the nurse should instruct the client to:
 
  a. drink plenty of fluids.
  b. take an OTC (over-the-counter) cough expectorant.
  c. cough from the diaphragm.
  d. sit forward to clear the throat of phlegm.

Question 2

A client is prescribed potassium iodide for his cough. The nurse should instruct the client to:
 
  a. mix the medication in fruit juice
  b. avoid using this medication with food
  c. measure the medication in a cup
  d. avoid doing anything requiring mental alertness



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

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A Incorrect: This does not teach the client how to cough productively.
B Incorrect: This does not teach the client how to cough productively.
C Correct: A productive cough should come from the diaphragm, not the throat.
D Incorrect: This does not teach the client how to cough productively.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: Mixing the medication in fruit juice makes it more palatable.
B Incorrect: This medication can be taken with or without food.
C Incorrect: This medication is measured in drops.
D Incorrect: This does not produce CNS depression.



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