The nurse is providing care to a patient newly diagnosed with asthma.When developing the patient's plan of care,which intervention would be most appropriate to promote airway clearance?

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Placing the patient in Fowler position, with the head of the bed elevated 30-45 degrees, can promote airway clearance by reducing airway compression and allowing gravity to assist in the drainage of secretions. Adequate rest periods, reducing excessive stimuli, and assisting with activities of daily living may also be important interventions for a patient with asthma, but they do not directly promote airway clearance.

The Nurse Is Providing Care to a Patient Newly Diagnosed