A Client with Long-Standing Pulmonary Problems Is Classified as Having

question 17

Multiple Choice

A client with long-standing pulmonary problems is classified as having class III dyspnea.Based on this classification,what type of assistance does the nurse anticipate providing for ADLs?

• A) Dyspnea is minimal and the client requires no additional assistance.
• B) The client may require rest periods during performance of ADLs.
• C) The client requires assistance for some but not all tasks.
• D) Owing to severe dyspnea, this client cannot participate in any self-care.

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