The nurse identifies a nursing diagnosis of ineffective airway clearance for a patient who has incisional pain,a poor cough effort,and expiratory wheezing after having a pneumonectomy.To promote airway clearance,what is the nurse's initial action?

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Medicating the patient with the ordered morphine addresses the incisional pain, which is a significant barrier to effective coughing and deep breathing. By managing the pain, the patient will be better able to participate in activities like using an incentive spirometer, coughing effectively, and sitting up, which all promote airway clearance.

The Nurse Identifies a Nursing Diagnosis of Ineffective Airway Clearance