A Patient Has Difficulty Raising Pulmonary Secretions,and the Nurse Writes

A patient has difficulty raising pulmonary secretions,and the nurse writes a nursing diagnosis of "Ineffective Airway Clearance related to weak cough and fatigue." What would best help the patient maintain a clear airway?

A) Teach relaxation exercises.
B) Allow rest periods between activities.
C) Encourage fluids; suction prn as ordered.
D) Instruct in abdominal and pursed-lip breathing.