During stable chronic phases of asthma, the nurse should advise the client to monitor which of the following? Select all that apply
A) Blood pressure
B) Wheezing
C) Respiratory rate
D) Coughing
E) Peak flow changes
Ans: B, D, E
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Clients with chronic stable asthma should monitor for symptoms such as wheezing, coughing, peak flow changes, and things that might be making the asthma worse.
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