The nurse teaches safety precautions of home oxygen use to a client with emphysema being discharged with a nasal cannula and portable oxygen tank. Which client statement indicates the need for further teaching?
a. "I can apply Vaseline to my nose when my nostrils feel dry from the oxygen."
b. "I can cook on my gas stove as long as I have a fire extinguisher in the kitchen."
c. "I can increase the liter flow from 2 to 6 liters a minute whenever I feel short of breath."
d. "I should not polish my nails when using my oxygen."
e. "I should not use a wool blanket on my bed."
Answer:
a. "I can apply Vaseline to my nose when my nostrils feel dry from the oxygen."
b. "I can cook on my gas stove as long as I have a fire extinguisher in the kitchen."
c. "I can increase the liter flow from 2 to 6 liters a minute whenever I feel short of breath."
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