ATI RN
ATI Fundamental Exams Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who has chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The client tells the nurse, 'I can feel the congestion in my lungs, and I certainly cough a lot, but I can’t seem to bring anything up.' Which of the following actions should the nurse take to help this client with tenacious bronchial secretions?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Encouraging the client to drink 2 to 3 L of water daily. Increasing fluid intake helps to thin bronchial secretions, making them easier to expectorate. This is especially important for clients with COPD who have difficulty clearing their airways. A low-salt diet (
A) is not directly related to managing bronchial secretions. Administering oxygen (
B) is important for COPD patients, but it does not specifically address the issue of thick secretions. Maintaining a semi-Fowler's position (
D) can help with breathing but does not directly address the issue of tenacious secretions.
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