The provider determines the patient is likely experiencing a…

The provider determines the patient is likely experiencing a secondary infection and COPD exacerbation.  Given the patient’s H&P, past medical history, and assessment findings determine whether the ordered diagnostic testing options below are currently indicated (appropriate or necessary) or contraindicated (inappropriate or unnecessary).  ALL OPTIONS WILL BE USED.

The nurse is performing a respiratory assessment of a client…

The nurse is performing a respiratory assessment of a client with pneumonia and compares the assessment findings with the previous day’s assessment. Currently, there is no pleural friction rub, but one was auscultated the previous day. What does the nurse evaluate this finding as the result of?