The daughter of an older patient asks why the patient is experiencing frequent episodes of pneumonia. What factors should the nurse discuss when responding?
A) Diminished thirst reflex
B) Diminished cough reflex
C) Less production of sputum
D) Reduced bladder contractility
E) Reduced mucociliary clearance in the lungs
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