BS Nursing
Community Health Nursing -I
Community Health Nursing-I
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June 6, 2026
6. A home care patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is experiencing increased shortness of breath and wheezing. Their prescribed bronchodilator inhaler is empty. What is the immediate clinical action?
A.
Advise the patient to rest and wait for the next day
B.
Call emergency services/physician for immediate medication and assessment
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C.
Tell the patient to use a friend's inhaler
D.
Suggest the patient drink more water
📖 Additional Information
Advise the patient to rest and wait for the next day
Call emergency services/physician for immediate medication and assessment
