26. A home care patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) requires continuous oxygen therapy. The patient complains of dry nasal passages and nosebleeds. What is the clinical intervention?
A.
Increase oxygen flow rate
B.
Humidify the oxygen and apply water-based lubricant to nostrils
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C.
Discontinue oxygen therapy
D.
Advise using petroleum jelly around the nose
📖 Additional Information
Increase oxygen flow rate
Humidify the oxygen and apply water-based lubricant to nostrils
