A patient who is very frail and thin with osteoporosis has just undergone abdominal surgery.The nurse anticipates that which technique will be used to control respiratory secretions in this patient?

A) Forceful coughing
B) Percussion
C) Vibration
D) Shaking

Osteoporosis

A bone disease characterized by decreased density and quality of bone, leading to increased fragility and risk of fractures.

Abdominal Surgery

A surgical procedure performed on the organs of the abdominal cavity, such as the stomach, liver, intestines, and pancreas.

Respiratory Secretions

Fluids produced in the airways, including mucus, saliva, or phlegm, that can be involved in the transmission of pathogens.