An emergency room nurse assesses a client who was rescued from a home fire.The client suddenly develops a loud,brassy cough.Which action should the nurse take first?
A) Apply oxygen and continuous pulse oximetry.
B) Provide small quantities of ice chips and sips of water.
C) Request a prescription for an antitussive medication.
D) Ask the respiratory therapist to provide humidified air.
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