While Caring for a Patient with Respiratory Disease, the Nurse

question 20

Multiple Choice

While caring for a patient with respiratory disease, the nurse observes that the patient's SpO₂ drops from 92% to 88% while the patient is ambulating in the hallway. Which action should the nurse take next?

• A) Notify the health care provider.
• B) Document the response to exercise.
• C) Administer the PRN supplemental O₂.
• D) Encourage the patient to pace activity.

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