The male client diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) tells the nurse that he has been expectorating “rusty-colored” sputum. Which medication should the nurse anticipate the HCP...

The male client diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) tells the nurse that he has been expectorating “rusty-colored” sputum. Which medication should the nurse anticipate the HCP prescribing?

1. Prednisone, a glucocorticoid. 2. Habitrol, a transdermal nicotine system. 3. Dextromethorphan (Robitussin), an antitussive. 4. Ceftriaxone (Rocephin), a cephalosporin.