A client who was a victim of a house fire is coughing.The nurse realizes that the purpose of the cough is to

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The purpose of the cough is to remove irritants from the trachea or bronchi. This is especially important for someone who has been a victim of a house fire as they may have inhaled smoke or other harmful substances which can irritate the lungs. Coughing helps to remove these irritants and prevent further damage to the respiratory system.

A Client Who Was a Victim of a House Fire