M.C. is a 69-year-old man who presents to the outpatient office with a hacking, raspy cough.PMH: HTN, DMSubjective DataCough is productive, bringing up green phlegmRunny nose, sore throatDenies feverSore 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 day1. What other questions should the nurse ask about the cough?2. Develop a problems list from the objective and subjective data.3. What should be included in the plan of care?4. What risk factors are associated with this age group? Health Science Science Nursing HEALTH HCT5678 Share QuestionEmailCopy link Comments (0)