Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 93%
Simulated
A client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is experiencing tachypnea and dyspnea. The nurse should plan to implement which of the following interventions to reduce bronchiolar collapse and air-trapping?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Pursed-lip breathing creates back pressure to prevent bronchiolar collapse and reduce air-trapping.