The nurse is caring for a frail, elderly client with a persistent, dry cough. Which of the following would be the result if this persistent, dry cough is not resolved promptly?
A) Consumes the client's energy
B) Eliminates respiratory secretions
C) Contributes to retention of secretions
D) Influences the production of respiratory secretions
A
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The nurse should be aware that if not relieved quickly, a persistent, dry cough may consume the elderly client's energy and result in fatigue. Usually, the bases of the older adult's lungs receive less ventilation, contributing to retention of secretions, decreased air exchange, and compromised ventilation. Deep-breathing exercises improve the elderly client's ability to eliminate respiratory secretions. Weather conditions such as high humidity or damp conditions influence the production of respiratory secretions.
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