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Category - Physiological Adaptation

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A female client comes to the emergency department with labored breathing. On assessment, wheezes are heard on inspiration and exhalation. The nurse prepares which of the following?

Artificial airway
Inhaler with a beta-adrenergic agent
Oxygen equipment
Tracheostomy set

Explanation

Answer: B - The initial action of the nurse when caring for a client with asthma is to prepare a beta-adrenergic agent in an inhaler. This drug causes the dilation of the bronchioles. Administration of oxygen before the administration of a bronchodilator would not result in significant improvements. The airways should be dilated first before oxygen is administered.

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