A client is in the emergency department after being rescued from a house fire.After the initial assessment,the client develops a loud,brassy cough.What intervention by the nurse takes priority?
A) Apply oxygen and continuous pulse oximetry.
B) Allow the client to suck on small quantities of ice chips.
C) Request an antitussive medication from the physician.
D) Have the respiratory therapist provide humidified room air.
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