After teaching a client about his upper respiratory drug therapy, the nurse determines that additional teaching is needed when the client identifies which of the following as a reason to notify his primary health care provider?
A) Cough changes from nonproductive to productive.
B) Sputum appears clear.
C) Sputum increases.
D) Shortness of breath occurs.
Ans: B
Feedback:
The client should notify his primary health care provider if the type of cough changes, sputum changes color or increases, and shortness of breath occurs. Clear sputum is normal.
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