Which of the following clinical signs indicate that a patient is having a problem with retained secretions?
I.lack of sputum production
II.labored breathing
III.development of a fever
IV.increased inspiratory and expiratory crackles

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Retained secretions can lead to a lack of sputum production as the patient is unable to effectively clear these secretions. Labored breathing may occur as the airways become obstructed. A fever can develop due to the infection or inflammation caused by the retained secretions. Increased inspiratory and expiratory crackles are heard as a result of the secretions within the airways.

Which of the Following Clinical Signs Indicate That a Patient