A patient has inability to clear thick secretions from her airway. Which nursing interventions are appropriate to address this problem?
1. Encourage bedrest to conserve energy.
2. Administer pain medications as needed.
3. Position the patient on the unaffected side.
4. Encourage the patient to provide as much self-care as possible.
5. Encourage slow, deep breaths.
2, 4
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