Ati Virtual Fundamentals Alternate Item Format Quiz Exam Questions (11 Terms) With Verified Definitions Updated 2024

An 87-year-old client has been admitted repeatedly to the acute care setting for pneumonia. The client's family asks what measures can help prevent recurrent respiratory issues. Which of the following measures should the nurse discuss to prevent respiratory issues? Select all that apply. a. Use a humidifier to moisten the air in the client's room, when needed. b. Administer a prior dosage of antibiotics when the client has a cough. c. Ambulate the client regularly, daily. d. Encourage a diet high in protein. e. Reassure the client during respiratory distress. {Ans: Ambulate the client regularly, daily., Use a humidifier to moisten the air in the client's room, when needed., Reassure the client during respiratory distress. Encourage structured activities, after learning the client's physical capabilities and provide rest periods to prevent dyspnea. Using a humidifier during drier seasons can help prevent secretions from becoming thick and difficult to expectorate. If a client is having difficulty breathing, the caregiver(s) should provide support and reassurance to decrease the client's anxiety.}An older adult client with a history of heart failure is admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of digoxin toxicity. Which of the following assessment findings should the nurse expect? Select all