When Assessing a Patient with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD),the

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Multiple Choice

When assessing a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) ,the nurse finds a new onset of agitation and confusion.Which action should the nurse take first?

• A) Notify the health care provider.
• B) Check pupils for reaction to light.
• C) Attempt to calm and reorient the patient.
• D) Assess oxygenation using pulse oximetry.

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