Care of Patients with Noninfectious Lower Respiratory Problems

A nurse assesses several clients who have a history of asthma. Which client should the nurse assess first?

A. A 66-year-old client with a pulse oximetry reading of 91%

B. A 60-year-old client with a barrel chest and clubbed fingernails

C. A 35-year-old client who has a longer expiratory phase than inspiratory phase

D. A 37-year-old client with a heart rate of 120 beats/min

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