A Client with Asthma Reports "Not Being Able to Take

question 22

Multiple Choice

A client with asthma reports "not being able to take deep breaths." The nurse auscultates decreased breath sounds in the bases,and no wheezes.What is the nurse's best action?

• A) Encourage the client to stay calm and take deep breaths.
• B) Document the findings and continue to monitor.
• C) Have the client cough forcefully.
• D) Assess the client's oxygen saturation.