The nurse is preparing to implement a new postural drainage order for an older patient with copious secretions caused by community-acquired pneumonia. What action will the nurse take when implementing this order?
A) Teach the patient to expect some dyspnea and distress during postural drainage
B) Ask the physician to reconsider the order for postural drainage due to the patient's age
C) Perform postural drainage allowing adequate periods of rest between position changes
D) Suggest the physician to consider the use of bronchodilators rather than postural drainage
C
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Postural drainage is not contraindicated for older adults. It does necessitate a gentle approach with adequate periods of rest. Bronchodilators would not provide an alternative to postural drainage but rather would likely be used in conjunction. Dyspnea and distress should not accompany properly performed postural drainage.
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