A Client Comes to the Emergency Department Complaining of Dyspnea

Multiple Choice

A client comes to the emergency department complaining of dyspnea and has a respiratory rate of 30 breaths per minute. The client receives a diagnosis of pneumonia. Which of the following is the initial action of the nurse?

A) Initiate antibiotics, as ordered
B) Instruct bed rest with bathroom privileges
C) Administration of oxygen
D) Encourage consumption of foods high in calories