A patient with increased secretions may develop airway obstruction.The nurse can promote a patent airway by using which of the following techniques?

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Positioning helps drain secretions, deep breathing promotes lung expansion and clearance, and humidity helps to thin secretions, all of which aid in maintaining a patent airway. Limiting fluid intake is not helpful as it can thicken secretions.

A Patient with Increased Secretions May Develop Airway Obstruction