A nonsmoking client has been diagnosed with mild asthma. The nurse instructs the client to try to identify and reduce or eliminate exposure to triggers, which may include (Select all that apply)
a. being overly excited.
b. household pets.
c. physical exercise.
d. perfumes.
e. second-hand smoke.
A, B, C, D, E
All of the options can induce an asthma attack. When people with asthma are exposed to extrin-sic allergens and irritants, their airways become inflamed, producing shortness of breath, chest tightness, and wheezing. Identification of irritants is essential, and irritants should be eliminated in a reasonable fashion, one at a time, to assess the effect of their removal on manifestations.
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a. The procedure can be done by one person if the bed is in the flat position. b. Side rails should be in the up position to prevent the patient from falling out. c. The pillow should be placed under the patient's head and shoulders. d. Assistive devices or additional nurses should be used.
The client who is competent to give an informed consent should be able to:
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