Practice Question
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?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Encouraging the client to drink 2 to 3 L of water daily
Rationale:
🔷 In COPD, hydration helps loosen thick bronchial secretions.
🔷 This facilitates airway clearance and reduces risk of infection.
🔷 Positioning helps but does not directly thin secretions.
🔷 Clients often avoid fluids; active encouragement is required.
🔷 Mucolytics and chest physiotherapy are helpful but fluids are first-line support.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Capstone Exam(s)
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