A client is diagnosed with pneumonia and has been hospitalised for several days. A priority nursing diagnosis for this client is which of the following?

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Ineffective airway clearance is a priority nursing diagnosis for a client with pneumonia as it can lead to respiratory distress and further complications. This is due to increased secretions in the airways as a result of the infection. Altered oral mucous membranes, activity intolerance, and knowledge deficit may also be present in the client with pneumonia but are not the priority nursing diagnosis.

A Client Is Diagnosed with Pneumonia and Has Been Hospitalised