A patient with bacterial pneumonia has rhonchi and thick sputum.What is the nurse's most appropriate action to promote airway clearance?
A) Assist the patient to splint the chest when coughing.
B) Teach the patient about the need for fluid restrictions.
C) Encourage the patient to wear the nasal oxygen cannula.
D) Instruct the patient on the pursed lip breathing technique.
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