Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 84%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The nurse should prioritize which precaution when administering nasal oxygen therapy to the client?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Low-flow oxygen (1-2 L/min) prevents CO2 narcosis in COPD clients with hypoxic drive. A. Breaks risk hypoxemia. B. Skin checks are secondary. D. Self-adjusting oxygen is dangerous.