What is the main goal for the treatment of a client with pneumonia?
A)clearing of exudate from the airways and maintaining adequate oxygenation
B)educating the client on the causes of pneumonia
C)isolating the client during treatment to avoid spread of infection
D)maintaining adequate hydration and suppressing the cough reflex

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Medical management is aimed at clearing the airways and maintaining adequate oxygenation,using postural drainage and percussion;respiratory therapy with nebulizers or aerosol treatments;coughing and deep breathing;suctioning of the respiratory tract as needed;intravenous therapy as indicated;oxygen therapy as indicated;specific medications to treat the causative agent;and bronchodilators,mucolytic agents,and expectorants as indicated.Bed rest or limited activity is important,and small,nutritionally balanced meals should be offered at frequent intervals.

What Is the Main Goal for the Treatment of a Client