The Nurse Is Providing Care for a Patient Diagnosed with Influenza

The nurse is providing care for a patient diagnosed with influenza. The patient has a fever, chills, sore throat, and a cough. Breath sounds include crackles and wheezes. For which reason will the nurse contact the physician?

A) The antiviral medication appears to be ineffective.
B) The patient needs IV fluids to loosen lung secretions.
C) The breath sounds indicate development of pneumonia.
D) The patient is experiencing bronchial irritation from coughing.