The Patient Has Advanced Emphysema and Complains of Dyspnea and Fatigue

question 30

Multiple Choice

The patient has advanced emphysema and complains of dyspnea and fatigue. What would the most appropriate nursing intervention be for the nursing diagnosis of Activity intolerance related to an imbalance between the oxygen supply and demand?

• A) Direct patient in vigorous independent ROM.
• B) Allow to exercise until respirations are over 20 breaths/min over baseline.
• C) Plan care to provide optimum rest.
• D) Provide frequent cool showers.

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