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J.G. smoked 3 packs of cigarettes per day for 15 years, putting him at high risk for lung cancer and COPD. When assessing J.G., the nurse should observe for signs of respiratory distress like rapid breathing and use of accessory muscles. Due to aging effects, J.G. will have weaker coughs and less effective mucus clearing, requiring more energy to cough. A full physical assessment including respiratory rate, breath sounds, and oxygen saturation is needed. Appropriate tests like chest x-ray and pulmonary func

Author

Elaine Jean Uayan

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