Postural drainage with percussion and vibration is ordered twice daily for a patient with chronic bronchitis. Which intervention should the nurse include in the plan of care?
A) Schedule the procedure 1 hour after the patient eats.
B) Maintain the patient in the lateral position for 20 minutes.
C) Give the prescribed albuterol (Ventolin HFA) before the therapy.
D) Perform percussion before assisting the patient to the drainage position.
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