The nurse is providing care to a client recently extubated for treatment of aspiration pneumonia and respiratory acidosis
Which action by the nurse provides an optimum environment for this client?
A) Allowing family members to remain with client as much as possible
B) Restraining the client
C) Placing the client in a side-lying position
D) Administering narcotics for pain
Answer: A
The client with respiratory acidosis often experiences anxiety. This client would benefit from having a family member in the room to provide reassurance. Restraining the client will increase levels of agitation. The client with respiratory failure would benefit most from the semi-Fowler's or Fowler's position to increase ventilation. Narcotics will depress the respirations and increase respiratory acidosis. A non-narcotic pain reliever would be considered if this client were experiencing pain.
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