BS Nursing Clinical Practicum
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200. You are responding to a patient with acute onset shortness of breath and an audible wheeze. What is the immediate action?

A. Administer a bronchodilator (if ordered/protocol), apply oxygen, and elevate head of bed
B. Place the patient supine
C. Give a sedative
D. Encourage deep coughing

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  • Administer a bronchodilator (if ordered/protocol), apply oxygen, and elevate head of bed
  • Place the patient supine
  • Give a sedative
  • Encourage deep coughing

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