Multiple Choice
The nurse is caring for a patient with advanced COPD who reports feeling short of breath. The nurse notes that the patient's lung sounds are diminished bilaterally and the patient's pulse oximetry is 91% on 2 L/min oxygen via nasal cannula. What actions will the nurse take to make the patient more comfortable?
A) Increase the patient's oxygen to 4 L/min via nasal cannula.
B) Suction the patient's airway using sterile technique.
C) Maintain eye contact and provide calm reassurance.
D) Turn the patient onto the side for postural drainage.
E) Administer the ordered nebulized bronchodilator.
F) Elevate the head of the patient's bed to fully upright.
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