You Have a Patient That You Suspect of Being Infected

question 30

Multiple Choice

You have a patient that you suspect of being infected with pertussis (whooping cough) . While performing the primary assessment, you note a deep cough with clear breath sounds. Her vital signs are: pulse 108, respirations 16, and SpO₂ at 96% on room air. Given this scenario, which one of the following would be most appropriate?

• A) Assist with a metered-dose inhaler.
• B) Administer oxygen via nasal cannula.
• C) Encourage the patient not to cough.
• D) Monitor the patient and transport.

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