A(n) ________ fracture is the result of reaching forward to stop or cushion a fall and is most frequently seen in children and the elderly

The upper airway extends from the mouth and nose to the ________________________________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

A chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patient cannot develop an effective cough. Which of the following would you recommend to help this patient generate a more effective cough?

1. Enhancing expiratory flow by bending forward at the waist 2. Using short, expiratory bursts or the "huffing" method 3. Using only moderate (as opposed to full) inspiration 4. Having the patient "tense" the neck muscles while coughing a. 2 and 4 only b. 1, 2, and 3 only c. 3 and 4 only d. 1, 2, and 4 only