Which finding in a patient hospitalized with bronchiectasis is most important to report to the health care provider?
a. Cough productive of bloody, purulent mucus
b. Scattered rhonchi and wheezes heard bilaterally
c. Respiratory rate 28 breaths/minute while ambulating in hallway
d. Complaint of sharp chest pain with deep breathing
ANS: A
Hemoptysis may indicate life-threatening hemorrhage and should be reported immediately to the health care provider. The other findings are frequently noted in patients with bronchiectasis and may need further assessment but are not indicators of life-threatening complications.
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