Question

The nurse is caring for a patient who has been diagnosed with pneumonia. the patient reports intermittent episodes of cough accompanied with thick yellow sputum. on auscultation, the nurse finds abnormal lung sounds (crackles) in the left base and both upper lobes. a chest x-ray reveals infiltrations in both upper lobes and the left lower lobe. which instructions given by the nurse are appropriate for this patient? select all that apply.

Answer 1

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Following are the instructions that the nurse should give to the patient suffering with pneumonia followed by intermittent episodes of cough and thick yellow sputum:
1. Drink a lot warm water to keep hydrated.
2. Do deep breathing exercises once in every two hours. This will increase the oxygen uptake by the lungs.
3. DO not avoid walking. Walk as much as possible for good mobility and functioning of the body.