An Older Client with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Is

Multiple Choice

An older client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is admitted for nebulizer treatment, intravenous steroids, and antibiotics. The client develops a tachydysrhythmia. Which nursing diagnosis is the priority for this client?

A) Diminished activity
B) Inability to achieve airway clearance
C) Impaired gas exchange
D) Risk for decreased cardiac output