After an older person's acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), the nurse prepares the patient for discharge to home.What is the most important patient teaching for the nurse to include for the prevention of hospitalizations for exacerbation of COPD?

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The most important patient teaching for the prevention of hospitalizations for exacerbation of COPD is to avoid sick people and wash hands frequently to reduce the risk of respiratory infections. This is particularly important during flu season. A, B, and D are also important interventions for COPD management, but they are not the most important for preventing exacerbations and hospitalizations.

After an Older Person's Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary