A nurse is caring for an older client who has a bronchopulmonary infection. Why should the nurse monitor the client's ability to maintain a patent airway?
A. The normal aging process increases the production of surfactant
B. The normal aging process increases respiratory system compliance
C. The normal aging process decreases an older client's ability to clear secretions
D. The normal aging process decreases the number of alveoli and increases the function of those remaining
Ans: C. The normal aging process decreases an older client's ability to clear secretions
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