One of the main challenges in caring for a patient with bronchiectasis is:
A) contending with bronchospasm.
B) removing excessive bronchopulmonary secretions.
C) returning the FRC to within normal limits.
D) maximizing gas exchange across the alveolar-capillary membrane.
E) rehydrating dried secretions.

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Bronchiectasis is characterized by the abnormal and permanent dilation of the bronchi, leading to the accumulation of excessive bronchopulmonary secretions. Managing and removing these secretions is a primary challenge in caring for patients with this condition.

One of the Main Challenges in Caring for a Patient