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Question Option 1Subjective DataCough is productive, bringing up green phlegmRunny nose, sore throatDenies feverM.C. is a 69-year-old man who presents to the outpatient office with a hacking, raspy cough.PMH: HTN, DMSore throat pain when swallowingNo history of smoking or seasonal allergiesComplains of fatigueObjective DataVital signs: T 37 P 72 R 14 BP 134/64Lungs: + Rhonchi bilateral upper lobes, wheezeO2 Sat = 98%Ears = TM bulgingNose = + erythema, yellow dischargeThroat = + erythema, – pustulesMedications: Metoprolol 12.5 mg per day, Glucophage 500 mg twice a dayQuestionsWhat other questions should the nurse ask about the cough?Develop a problems list from the objective and subjective data.What nursing diagnoses can be derived from the problems list?What should be included in the plan of care?What risk factors are associated with this age group?Based on the readings, what is the most likely cause of this patient’s cough?   Health Science Science Nursing Share QuestionEmailCopy link Comments (0)