The nurse is reviewing prescriptions for a patient who has n…

The nurse is reviewing prescriptions for a patient who has new onset shortness of breath and diaphoresis. The client states “I just can’t seem to get enough air.”  Vital signs are T 100.5 ; P 118; RR 32; SpO2 89%. Which of the following is a nursing priority?

A 79- year- old client is admitted to the hospital with bila…

A 79- year- old client is admitted to the hospital with bilateral pneumonia. While obtaining the client’s health history, the nurse finds out that the patient smokes cigarettes, eats a vegan diet, and is very concerned with cleanliness. What should the nurse prioritize in the teaching plan?