The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with Advanced COPD

question 3

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient with advanced COPD who reports feeling short of breath. The nurse notes that the patient's lung sounds are diminished bilaterally and the patient's pulse oximetry is 91% on 2 L/min oxygen via nasal cannula. What actions will the nurse take to make the patient more comfortable? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Increase the patient's oxygen to 4 L/min via nasal cannula.
• B) Suction the patient's airway using sterile technique.
• C) Maintain eye contact and provide calm reassurance.
• D) Turn the patient onto the side for postural drainage.
• E) Administer the ordered nebulized bronchodilator.
• F) Elevate the head of the patient's bed to fully upright.

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