The COPD patient has a nursing diagnosis of "Activity intolerance related to inability to meet oxygen needs." The intervention that would be inappropriate for this diagnosis would be:
1. bunch all nursing activities and treatments close together.
2. schedule rest periods during the day.
3. assist patient only when needed, to encourage independence.
4. daily ambulation to build tolerance.
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Bunching nursing activities is tiring to the patient with COPD. Assisting only when needed saves patient energy as well as enhancing independence. Activities should be spread out to allow for uninterrupted rest periods. Progressive ambulation is an acceptable way to build tolerance.
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