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The nurses assess a patient with weak intercostal muscles trying to clear thir airway. due to the weak cough, the patient is unable to fully expectorate. which of the following actions is most appropriate for the nurse to perform?
a. insert tracheostomy tubefor deep sterile suctioning
b. teach the patient to use a clean suction catheter to remove sputum and excess secretions for their mouth
c. transer the patient to the intensive care unit for further monitoring
d. call the prover to let them know the patient has a weak cough