Multiple Choice
A patient diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has a pulse oximetry reading of 93%, increased red blood and white blood cell count, temperature of 101°F, pulse 100 bpm, respirations 35 bpm, and a chest x-ray examination that showed a flattened diaphragm with infiltrates. Based on this data, which prescription does the nurse question for this patient?
A) Antibiotic therapy
B) Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents
C) Oxygen by nasal cannula at 3 to 4 L/minute
D) Bronchodilators such as an adrenergic stimulating drugs or anticholinergic agents
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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