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A Client with Terminal Lung Cancer Is Experiencing Shortness of Breath.The

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A client with terminal lung cancer is experiencing shortness of breath.The nurse notes bilateral crackles and wheezes,despite oxygen at 4 liters per minute via nasal cannula and diuretic therapy.What nursing interventions are most appropriate for this client? Select all that apply.


A) Elevate the head of the client's bed to a Fowler's position.
B) Change the client's oxygen therapy to a nonrebreathing mask.
C) Administer morphine sulfate per physician order.
D) Move the client to a room closer to the nurse's desk for closer observation.
E) Place a fan in the room to move air around the client.

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