A Patient with Chronic Hypoxemia ( SaO₂ Levels of 89

question 7

Multiple Choice

A patient with chronic hypoxemia ( SaO₂ levels of 89% to 90% ) caused by chronic obstructive pulmonary disease ( COPD ) has been hospitalized with increasing shortness of breath. In planning for discharge, which of these actions by the nurse will be most effective in improving compliance with discharge teaching?

• A) Arrange for the patient's spouse to be present during the teaching.
• B) Start giving the patient discharge teaching on the day of admission.
• C) Accomplish the patient teaching just before the scheduled discharge.
• D) Have the patient repeat the instructions immediately after the teaching.

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