A client with acute bronchospasm and a history of diabetes mellitus, coronary artery disease, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is admitted to the unit and started on IV theophylline. The client begins to complain of a fluttering feeling in the chest. The nurse checks the client’s vital signs and notes a pulse of 135, blood pressure 130/88, respiratory rate 22, oxygen sat 90%. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?
The nurse is caring for a client who is in the hospital for exacerbation of emphysema symptoms. The nurse notes shortness of breath and tachypnea. Which of the following actions is most appropriate in response to this?
A client in the hospital lacks the resources for obtaining medical equipment that is needed for the client’s COPD. Which action best describes the role of the case management nurse in this situation?
The nurse is assessing a client with COPD at the healthcare clinic. Which of the following would most likely increase this client’s risk of suicide?
A client with COPD has developed malnutrition and weight loss since his diagnosis 8 years ago. Which describes the most likely reason why a COPD client is at higher risk of malnutrition?
A multidisciplinary team is working together to help a client who has decreased pulmonary function as a result of COPD. The team members perform a functional assessment on the client. Which action would be a component of this assessment?
A client with COPD is being seen in the primary care clinic for evaluation. During the assessment, the nurse asks the client medical history questions. Which of the following would most likely reveal whether a client is behaving in a way that works against the client’s treatment plan?
The nurse is caring for a client with COPD. Which of the following are appropriate inhalation drugs to reduce inflammation? Select all that apply.
The nurse is caring for a client with COPD who is admitted with pneumonia. Which of the following nursing considerations is most appropriate for this client?
A 68-year-old client with COPD is being seen for pulmonary rehabilitation. The nurse is instructing the client on exercise guidelines for managing the disease. Which information must the nurse include as part of exercise guidelines for this client?
