160. A patient with a history of heart failure is experiencing sudden, severe shortness of breath and frothy sputum. What is your immediate concern and action?
A.
Pneumonia; administer antibiotics
B.
Pulmonary edema; elevate head of bed, administer oxygen, and notify physician
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C.
Asthma attack; administer bronchodilator
D.
Dehydration; increase fluid intake
📖 Additional Information
Pneumonia; administer antibiotics
Pulmonary edema; elevate head of bed, administer oxygen, and notify physician
