Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 82%
Simulated
A patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is experiencing shortness of breath while breathing room air. The patient's pulse oximetry reading is 89% and their respiratory rate is 22. What should be the nurse's priority action?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Administering oxygen is the most appropriate action for a COPD patient with an oxygen saturation of 89%. This will help increase the patient's oxygen saturation and alleviate their shortness of breath.