Multiple Choice
When assessing a 75-year-old patient who has asthma,the nurse notes that he assumes a tripod position,leaning forward with arms braced on the chair.On the basis of this observation,the nurse should:
A) assume that the patient is eager and interested in participating in the interview.
B) evaluate the patient for abdominal pain, which may be exacerbated in the sitting position.
C) assume that the patient is having difficulty breathing and assist him to a supine position.
D) recognize that a tripod position is often used when a patient is having respiratory difficulties.
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