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A patient, diagnosed with chronic bronchitis, has the nursing diagnosis Ineffective Airway Clearance related to inadequate cough and excess mucous production. Which of the following interventions is of the least value in resolving the nursing diagnosis?
1. Check the pulse oximetry reading.
2. Increase fluid intake up to 2 liters/day.
3. Suction the patient.
4. Provide chest physiotherapy.
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11 years ago
1 -- Checking the pulse oximetry reading evaluates the oxygenation status of the patient but has no value in stimulation of cough or expulsion of excess mucous secretions. Adequate hydration helps to liquefy secretions. Suctioning may be necessary to clear the airway when the cough is ineffective. Chest physiotherapy assists in the mobilization of secretions.
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