An older adult patient who reports difficulty breathing and a productive cough and has a low-grade fever is admitted to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment.Which new-onset symptom should take priority?

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New onset confusion in a patient with respiratory symptoms is a sign of impaired gas exchange.It must be corrected immediately.A.C.D.Crackles,blood-tinged sputum,and fatigue are all important but are not the first priority.

An Older Adult Patient Who Reports Difficulty Breathing and a Productive