The nurse admitted a patient with clear lungs and 2 days later has rhonchi in the left lung.Which should the nurse implement next?
A) Place the patient in high-Fowler's position.
B) Obtain a stat portable chest x-ray film.
C) Notify the health care provider immediately.
D) Complete a full respiratory assessment.

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The nurse should complete a full respiratory assessment to gather more information about the patient's condition before taking further action.

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