After teaching a client with a high thoracic spinal cord injury, the nurse assesses the client's
understanding. Which statement by the client indicates a correct understanding of how to
prevent respiratory problems at home?
a. "I'll use my incentive spirometer every 2 hours while I'm awake."
b. "I'll drink thinned fluids to prevent choking."
c. "I'll take cough medicine to prevent excessive coughing."
d. "I'll position myself on my right side so I don't aspirate