Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 90%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing an acute asthma attack. Which of the following should the nurse identify as a contributing factor to the client's manifestations?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Asthma attacks involve bronchoconstriction and inflammation, trapping air and preventing CO2 exhalation, leading to hypercapnia. Elasticity loss is chronic, allergen response is heightened, and inflammation is active, not suppressed.