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a client is being evaluated for a possible diagnosis of emphysema. what client characteristic should the nurse monitor to provide evidence of the disorder?

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Emphysema is a pulmonary disease so you would want to monitor a patient for symptoms such as abnormal breathing or persistent coughing
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