c. The client asks the nurse what she should do to reduce the risk of getting respiratory infections that could make the COPD worse. How should the nurse respond? (5 pts)
ANSWER.
* Nurse can respond as
* Avoid close contact people who have respiratory tract infection.
* Use face masks when working in a polluted area to prevent infection.
* Avoid staying in an extreme cold environment to decrease risk of infections.
* Maintain good personal hygiene to reduce risk of infection.
* Smoking will weaken the respiratory system and increase the risk of infection
so don't use cigarettes.
c. The client asks the nurse what she should do to reduce the risk of getting...
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