When the Nurse Is Interviewing a Patient with a New

When the nurse is interviewing a patient with a new diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease ( COPD ) , which information will help most in confirming a diagnosis of chronic bronchitis?

A) The patient tells the nurse about a family history of bronchitis.
B) The patient's history indicates a 40 pack-year cigarette history.
C) The patient denies having any respiratory problems until the last 6 months.
D) The patient complains about a productive cough every winter for 3 months.