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ATI Chapter 15

1. A nurse is caring for a client who has experienced a right-hemispheric stroke. Which of the following are expected findings? (Select all that apply.) a. Impulse control difficulty b. Left hemiplegia c. Loss of depth perception d. Aphasia e. Lack of situational awareness
2. A nurse is caring for a client who has left homonymous hemianopsia. Which of the following is an appropriate nursing intervention? a. Teach the client to scan the right to see objects on the right side of her body. b. Place the bedside table on the right side of the bed. c. Orient the client to the food on her plate using the clock method. d. Place the wheelchair on the client’s left side.
3. A nurse is planning care for a client who has dysphagia and a new dietary prescription. Which of the following should the nurse include in the plan of care? (Select all that apply.) a. Have suction equipment available for use. b. Feed the client thickened liquids. c. Place food on the unaffected side of the client’s mouth. d. Assign an assistive personnel to feed the client slowly. e. Teach the client to swallow with her neck flexed.
4. A nurse is caring for a client who has global aphasia (both receptive and expressive.). Which of the following should the nurse include in the client’s plan of care? (Select all that apply.) a. Speak to the client at a slower rate. b. Assist the client to use flash cards with pictures. c. Speak to the client in a loud voice. d. Complete sentences that the client cannot finish. e. Give instructions one step at a time.
5. A nurse is assessing a client who has experienced a left-hemispheric stroke. Which of the following is an expected finding? a. Impulse control difficulty b. Poor judgement c. Inability to recognize familiar objects d. Loss of depth perception

Chapter 17 Questions

1. A nurse is caring for a client who is scheduled for a thoracentesis. Prior to the procedure, which of the following actions should the nurse take? a. Position the client in an upright position, leaning over the bedside table. b. Explain the procedure.

c. Obtain ABG’s. d. Administer benzocaine spray. 2. A nurse is reviewing ABG laboratory results of a client who is in respiratory distress. The results are pH 7, PaCo2 32 mm Hg. HCO3 22 mm Hg. The nurse should recognize that the client is experiencing which of the following acid-base imbalances? a. Respiratory acidosis b. Respiratory alkalosis c. Metabolic acidosis d. Metabolic alkalosis 3. A nurse is assessing a client following bronchoscopy. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider? a. Blood-tinged sputum b. Dry, nonproductive cough c. Sore throat d. Bronchospasms 4. A nurse is caring for a client who is scheduled for a thoracentesis. Which of the following supplies should the nurse ensure are in the client’s room? (Select all that apply.) a. Oxygen equipment b. Incentive spirometer c. Pulse oximeter d. Sterile dressing e. Suture removal kit 5. A nurse is caring for a client following a thoracentesis. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse recognize as risks for complications? (Select all that apply.) a. Dyspnea b. Localized bloody drainage on the dressing c. Fever d. Hypotension e. Report of pain at the puncture site

Chapter 18 Questions

1. A nurse is preparing to care for a client following chest tube placement. Which of the following items should be available in the client’s room? (Select all that apply.) a. Oxygen b. Sterile water c. Enclosed hemostat clamps d. Indwelling urinary catheter e. Occlusive dressing
2. A nurse is caring for a client who has a chest tube and drainage system in place. The nurse observes that the chest tube was accidentally removed. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?

e. Elevation blood pressure. 3. A nurse is orienting a newly licensed nurse on performing routine assessment of a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation via an endotracheal tube. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching? a. Apply a vest restraint if self-extubation is attempted. b. Monitor ventilator settings ever 8 hours. c. Document tube placement in centimeters at the angle of jaw. d. Assess breath sounds every 1 to 2 hours. 4. A nurse is caring for a client who has dyspnea and will receive oxygen continuously. Which of the following oxygen devices should the nurse use to deliver a precise amount of oxygen to the client? a. Nonrebreather mask b. Venturi mask c. Nasal cannula d. Simple face mask 5. A nurse is planning care for a client who is receiving mechanical ventilation. Which of the following modes of ventilation that increase the effort of the client’s respiratory muscles should the nurse include in the plan of care? (Select all that apply.) a. Assist-control b. Synchronized intermittent mandatory ventilation c. Continuous positive airway pressure d. Pressure support ventilation e. Independent lung ventilation

Chapter 20 Questions

1. A nurse is monitoring a group of clients for increased risk for developing pneumonia. Which of the following clients should the nurse expect to be at risk? (Select all that apply.) a. Client who has dysphagia b. Client who has AIDS c. Client who was vaccinated for pneumococcus and influenza 6 months ago d. Client who is postoperative and received local anesthesia. e. Client who has a closed head injury and is receiving ventilation f. Client who has myasthenia gravis
2. A nurse in a clinic is caring for a client whose partner states the client woke up this morning, did not recognize him, and did not know where she was. The client reports chills and chest pain that is worse upon inspiration. Which of the following actions is the nurse’s priority? a. Obtain baseline vital signs and oxygen saturation. b. Obtain a sputum culture.

c. Obtain a complete history from the client. d. Provide a pneumococcal vaccine. 3. A nurse is caring for a client who has pneumonia. Assessment findings include temperature 37 C (100 F), respirations 30/min, blood pressure 130/76, heart rate 100/ min, and SaO2 91% on room air. Prioritize the following nursing interventions. a. Administer antibiotics. (3) b. Administer oxygen therapy. (1) c. Perform a sputum culture. (2) d. Administer an antipyretic medication to promote client comfort. (4) 4. A nurse in a clinic is assessing a client who has sinusitis. Which of the following techniques should the nurse use to identify manifestations of this disorder? a. Percussion of posterior lobes of lungs b. Auscultation of the trachea c. Inspection of the conjunctiva d. Palpation of the orbital areas 5. A nurse is teaching a group of clients about influenza. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding of the teaching? a. “I should wash my hands after blowing my nose to prevent spreading the virus.” b. “I need to avoid drinking fluids if I develop symptoms.” c. “I need a flu shot every 2 years because of the different flu strains.” d. “I should cover my mouth with my hand when I sneeze.”

Chapter 21 Questions

1. A nurse in the emergency department is caring for a client who is having an acute asthma attack. Which of the following assessments indicates that the respiratory status is declining? (Select all that apply.) a. SaO2 95% b. Wheezing c. Retraction of sternal muscles d. Pink mucous membranes e. Premature ventricular complexes (PVC’s)

2. A nurse is caring for a client 2 hours after admission. The client has an SaO2 of 91%, exhibits audible wheezes, and is using accessory muscles when breathing. Which of the following classes of medication should the nurse expect to administer? a. Antibiotic b. Beta-blocker c. Antiviral d. Beta2 agonist

3. A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client who has a new prescription for prednisone for asthma. Which of the following client statements indicates an understanding in teaching? a. “I will decrease my fluid intake while taking this medication.”

4. A nurse is instructing a client on the use of an incentive spirometer. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching? a. “I will place the adapter on my finger to read my blood oxygen saturation level.” b. “I will lie on my back with my knees bent.” c. “I will rest my hand over my abdomen to create resistance.” d. “I will take in a deep breath and hold it before exhaling.”

5. A nurse is planning to instruct a client on how to perform pursed-lip breathing. Which of the following should the nurse include in the plan of care? a. Take quick breaths upon inhalation. b. Place you hand over your stomach. c. Take a deep breath in through your nose. d. Puff your cheeks upon exhalation.

Chapter 23 Questions

1. A home health nurse is teaching a client who has active tuberculosis. The provider has prescribed the following medication regimen: isoniazid 250 mg PO daily, rifampin 500 mg PO daily, pyrazinamide 750 mg PO daily, and ethambutol 1 mg PO daily. Which of the following client statements indicate the client understands the teaching? (Select all that apply.) a. “I can substitute one medication for another if I run out because that all fight infection.” b. “I will wash my hands each time I cough.” c. “I will wear a mask when I am in a public area.” d. “I am glad I don’t have to have any more sputum specimens.” e. “I don’t need to worry where I go once I start taking my medications.”

2. A nurse is teaching a client who has tuberculosis. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching? a. “You will need to continue to take the multi-medication regimen for 4 months.” b. “You will need to provide sputum samples every 4 weeks to monitor the effectiveness of the medication.” c. “You will need to remain hospitalized for treatment.” d. “You will need to wear a mask at all times.”

3. A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of tuberculosis and has been placed on a multi-medication regimen. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give the client related to ethambutol? a. “Your urine can turn a dark orange.” b. “Watch for a change in the sclera of your eyes.” c. “Watch for any changes in vision.” d. “Take vitamin B6 daily.”

4. A nurse is preparing to administer a new prescription for isoniazid (INH) to a client who has tuberculosis. The nurse should instruct the client to report which of the following findings as an adverse effect of the medication? a. “You might notice yellowing of your skin.” b. “You might experience pain in your joints.” c. “You might notice tingling of your hands.” d. “You might experience loss of appetite.”

5. A nurse is providing information about tuberculosis to a group of clients at a local community center. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse include in the teaching? (Select all that apply.) a. Persistent cough b. Weight gain c. Fatigue d. Night sweats e. Purulent sputum

Chapter 24 Questions

1. A nurse is caring for a group of clients. Which of the following clients are at risk for pulmonary embolism? (Select all that apply.) a. A client who has a BMI of 30 b. A female client who is postmenopausal c. A client who has a fractured femur d. A client who is a marathon runner e. A client who has chronic atrial fibrillation
2. A nurse is assessing a client who has a pulmonary embolism. Which of the following information should the nurse expect to find? (Select all that apply.) a. Bradypnea b. Pleural friction rub c. Hypertension d. Petechiae e. Tachycardia
3. A nurse is reviewing prescriptions for a client who has acute dyspnea and diaphoresis. The client states she is anxious and is unable to get enough air. Vital signs are HR 117/min, respirations 38/min, temperature 38 C (101 F), and blood pressure 100/ mm Hg. Which of the following nursing actions is the priority? a. Notify the provider. b. Administer heparin via IV infusion. c. Administer oxygen therapy. d. Obtain a spiral CT scan.
4. A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for heparin therapy. Which of the following statements by the client should indicate and immediate concern for the nurse? a. “I am allergic to morphine.”

e. Paradoxic chest movement

Chapter 26 Questions

1. A nurse in the emergency department is assessing a client who was in a motor vehicle crash. Findings include absent breath sounds in the left lower lobe with dyspnea, blood pressure 118/68 mm Hg, heart rate 124/min, respirations 38/min, temperature 38 C (101 F), and SaO2 92% on room air. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first? a. Obtain a chest ex-ray. b. Prepare for chest tube insertion. c. Administer oxygen via high-flow mask. d. Initiate IV access.
2. A nurse is orientation a newly licensed nurse on the purpose of administering vecuronium to a client who has acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates understanding of the teaching? a. “This medication is given to treat infection.” b. “This medication is given to facilitate ventilation.” c. “This medication is given to decrease inflammation.” d. “This medication is given to reduce anxiety.”
3. A nurse is reviewing the health records of five clients. Which of the following clients are at risk for developing acute respiratory distress syndrome? (Select all that apply.) a. A client who experienced a near-drowning incident b. A client following coronary artery bypass graft surgery c. A client who has a hemoglobin of 15 mg/dL d. A client who has dysphagia e. A client who experienced a drug overdose
4. A nurse is planning care for a client who has severe respiratory distress system (SARS). Which of the following actions should be included in the plan of care for this client? (Select all that apply.) a. Administer antibiotics. b. Provide supplemental oxygen. c. Administer antiviral medications. d. Administer bronchodilators. e. Maintain ventilatory support.
5. A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving vecuronium for acute respiratory distress syndrome. Which of the following medications should the nurse anticipate administering with this medication? (Select all that apply.) a. Fentanyl b. Furosemide c. Midazolam d. Famotidine

e. Dexamethasone

Chapter 27 Questions

1. A nurse is orienting a newly licensed nurse on the care of a client who is to have a line placed for hemodynamic monitoring. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates effectiveness of the teaching? a. “Air should be instilled into the monitoring system prior to the procedure.” b. “The client should be positioned on the left side during the procedure.” c. “The transducer should be level with the second intercostal spaced after the line is placed.” d. “A chest x-ray is needed to verify placement after the procedure.”
2. A nurse is assessing a client who is undergoing hemodynamic monitoring. The client has a CVP of 7mm Hg and a PAWP of 17 mm Hg. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? (Select all that apply.) a. Poor skin turgor b. Bilateral crackles in the lungs c. Jugular vein distention d. Dry mucous membranes e. Hepatomegaly
3. A nurse is teaching a client who is scheduled for an angiography. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching? a. “You should have nothing to eat or drink for 4 hours prior to the procedure.” b. “You will be given general anesthesia during the procedure.” c. “You should not have this procedure done if you are allergic to eggs.” d. “You will need to keep your affected leg straight following the procedure.”
4. A nurse at a provider’s office is reviewing the laboratory test results for a group of clients. The nurse should identify that which of the following results indicates the client is at risk for heart disease? (Select all that apply.) a. Cholesterol (total) 245 mg/dl b. HDL 90 mg/dl c. LDL 140 mg/dl d. Triglycerides 125 mg/dl e. Troponin I 0 ng/dl
5. A nurse is planning care for a client who has a PICC line in the right arm. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care? (Select all that apply.) a. Use a 10 mL syringe to flush the PICC line. b. Apply gentle force if resistance is met during injection. c. Cleanse ports with alcohol for 15 seconds prior to use. d. Maintain a transparent dressing over the insertion site. e. Flush with 10 mL heparin before and after medication administration.

Chapter 31 Questions A nurse is admitting a client who has a suspected myocardial infarction (MI) and a history of angina. Which of the following findings will help the nurse distinguish angina from an MI? a. Angina can be relieved with rest and nitroglycerin. b. The pain of an MI resolves in less than 15 minutes. c. The type of activity that causes and MI can be identified. d. Angina can occur for longer than 30 minutes. 2. A nurse on a cardiac unit is reviewing the laboratory findings of a client who has a diagnosis of myocardial infarction (MI) and reports that his dyspnea began 2 weeks ago. Which of the following cardiac enzymes would confirm the MI occurred 14 days ago? a. CK-MB b. Troponin I c. Troponin T d. Myoglobin 3. A nurse is caring for a client who asks why her provider prescribed her daily aspirin. Which of the following is an appropriate response by the nurse? a. “Aspirin reduced the formation of blood clots that could cause a heart attack.” b. “Aspirin relives the pain dur to myocardial ischemia.” c. “Aspirin dissolves clots that are forming in your coronary arteries.” d. “Aspirin relives headaches that are caused by other medications.” 4. A nurse is teaching a client who has angina about a new prescription for metoprolol. Which of the following statements by the client indicates understanding of the teaching? a. “I should place the tablet under my tongue.” b. “I should have my clotting time checked weekly.” c. “I will report any ringing in my ears.” d. “I will call my doctor if my pulse rate is less than 60.” 5. A nurse is presenting a community education program on recommended lifestyle changes to prevent angina and myocardial infarction. Which of the following changes should the nurse recommend be made first? a. Diet modification b. Relaxation exercises c. Smoking cessation d. Taking omega-3 capsules

Chapter 32 Questions

1. A nurse is caring for a client who has heart failure and reports increased shortness of breath. The nurse increases the client’s oxygen per protocol. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?

a. Obtain the client’s weight. b. Assist the client into high-Fowler’s position. c. Auscultate lung sounds. d. Check oxygen saturation with pulse oximeter. 2. A nurse is teaching a client who has heart failure about the need to lmit sodium in the diet to 2,000 mg daily. Which of the following foods should the nurse recommend for the client? (Select all that apply.) a. 1 slice cheddar cheese b. 1 medium beef hot dog c. 3 oz Atlantic salmon d. 3 oz roasted chicken breast e. 2 oz lean baked ham 3. A nurse is completing the admission assessment of a client who has suspected pulmonary edema. Which of the following manifestations are expected findings? (Select all that apply.) a. Tachypnea b. Persistent cough c. Increased urinary output d. Thick, yellow sputum e. Orthopnea 4. A nurse is completing discharge teaching with a client who has heart failure and is encouraged to increase potassium in his diet. Which of the following food selections should the nurse include as having the highest source of potassium? a. 1 medium apply b. 1 medium baked potato c. 1 slice toast with 1 tbsp peanut butter d. 1 large scrambled egg 5. A nurse is providing discharge teaching for a client who has heart failure and is on fluid restriction of 2,000 ml/day. The client asks the nurse how to determine the appropriate amount of fluids he is allowed. Which of the following statements is an appropriate response by the nurse? a. “Pour the amount of fluid you drink into an empty 2-liter bottle to keep track of how much you drink.” b. “Each glass contains 8 ounces. There are 30 milters per ounce, so you can have a total of 8 glasses or cups of fluid per day.” c. “this is the same as 2 quarts, or about the same as two pots of coffee.” d. “Take sips of water or ice chips so you will not take in too much fluid.”

Chapter 33 Questions

1. A nurse is completing discharge teaching with a client who had a surgical placement of a mechanical heart valve. Which of the following statements by the client indicates understanding of the teaching? a. “I will be glad to get back to my exercise routine right away.”

2. A nurse is caring for four clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse identify as being at risk for acquiring rheumatic endocarditis? a. Older adult who has chronic obstructive pulmonary disease b. Child who has streptococcal pharyngitis c. Middle-age adult who has lupus erythematosus d. Young adult who recently received body tattoo

3. A nurse in a clinic is caring for a client who has been on long-term NSAID therapy to treat myocarditis. Which of the following laboratory findings should the nurse report to the provider? a. Platelets 100,000/mm b. Serum glucose 110 mg/dL c. Serum creatinine 0 mg/dL d. Amino alanine transferase (ALT) 30 IU/L

4. A nurse is assessing a client who has splinter hemorrhages in her nail beds and reports a fever. The nurse should identify these findings as manifestations of which of the following disorders. a. Infective endocarditis b. Pericarditis c. Myocarditis d. Rheumatic endocarditis

5. A nurse is admitting a client who has suspected rheumatic endocarditis. The nurse should anticipate a prescription from the provider for which of the following laboratory tests to assist in confirmation of this diagnosis? a. Arterial blood gases b. Serum albumin c. Liver enzymes d. Throat culture

ATI Chapter 28 Questions

1. A nurse on a cardiac unit caring for a group of clients. The nurse should recognize which of the following clients as being at risk for the development of a dysrhythmia? (Select all that apply.) a. A client who has metabolic alkalosis b. A client who has a serum potassium level of 4 mEq/L c. A client who has an SaO2 of 96% d. A client who has COPD e. A client who underwent stent placement in a coronary artery.
2. A nurse is working on a cardiac unit is admitting a client who is to undergo a cardioversion and is reviewing the health record. Which of the following data requires that the nurse notify the provider to cancel the procedure? (Review the data below for additional client information.) MAR

• Ferrous Sulfate 200 mg PO 0800 and 2000
• Diazepam 2 mg PO 0800 and 2000
• Isosorbide 2 mg PO 4 times a day AC and HS Vital Signs
• 0800
• T 99* F (37*C)
• Blood pressure 142/86 mmHg
• Heart rate 88/min and irregular
• Respirations 20/min History and Physical
• Bariatric surgery 10 years ago
• Dyspnea with exertion for 3 years
• Atrial fibrillation began 3 years ago
• Client reports taking the following medications for the past 6 weeks: iron supplement, multivitamin, antilipemic, and nitroglycerin

a. Respiratory history b. Vital signs c. Medication history d. Medications to be administered 3. A nurse is caring for a client who experienced defibrillation. Which of the following should be included in the documentation of this procedure? (Select all that apply.) a. Follow up ECG b. Energy settings Used c. IV fluid intake d. Urinary output e. Skin condition under electrodes 4. A nurse on a cardiac unit is caring for a client who is on telemetry. The nurse recognizes the client’s heart rate is 46/min and notifies the provider. The nurse should anticipate that which of the following management strategies will be used for this client? a. Defibrillation b. Pacemaker insertion c. Synchronized cardioversion d. Administration of IV lidocaine. 5. A student nurse is observing a cardioversion procedure and hears the team leader call out, “Stand clear”/ The student should recognize the purpose of this action is to alert personnel that a. The cardioverter is being charged to the appropriate setting. b. They should initiate CPR due to pulseless electrical activity.

Chapter 35 – ATI 1. A nurse is caring for a client who has chronic venous insufficiency and a prescription for thigh-high compression stockings. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? a. Elevate the client’s legs for 10 min, two to three times daily while wearing stockings b. Apply the stockings in the morning upon awakening and before getting out of bed c. Roll stockings down to the knees to relieve discomfort on the legs d. Remove the stockings while out of bed for 1 hr, four times a day, to allow the legs to rest 2. A nurse is assessing a client who has chronic peripheral arterial disease (PAD). Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? a. Edema around the ankles and feet b. Ulceration around the medial malleoli c. Scaling eczema of the lower legs with stasis dermatitis d. Pallor on elevation of the limbs, and rubor when the limbs are dependent 3. A nurse is teaching a client who has a new diagnosis of severe peripheral arterial disease. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? a. Wear tightly-fitted insulated socks with shoes when going outside b. Elevate both legs above the heart when resting c. Apply a heating pad to both legs for comfort d. Place both legs in dependent position while sleeping 4. A nurse is teaching a client who has a new prescription for clopidogrel. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? (Select all that apply) a. Avoid taking herbal supplements while taking this medication b. Monitor for the presence of black, tarry stools c. Take this medication when you have pain d. Schedule a weekly PT test e. Limit food sources containing vitamin K while taking this medication 5. A nurse is caring for a client who has a deep-vein thrombosis (DVT) and has been taking unfractionated heparin for 1 week. Two days ago, the provider also prescribed warfarin. The client asks the nurse about receiving both heparin and warfin at the same time. Which of the following statements should the nurse give? a. I will remind your provider that you are already receiving heparin b. Your laboratory findings that two anticoagulants were needed c. It takes 3 to 4 days before the therapeutic effects of warfarin are achieved, and then the heparin can be discontinued

d. Only on of these medications is being given to treat you deep-vein thrombosis

Chapter 36 – ATI 1. A nurse is screening a client for hypertension. The nurse should identify that which of the following actions by the client increase risk for hypertension? (select all that apply) a. Drinking 8 oz. nonfat milk daily b. Eating popcorn at the movie theater c. Walking 1 mile daily at 12 min/mile pace d. Consuming 36 oz beer daily e. Getting a massage once a week 2. A nurse in an urgent care clinic is obtaining a history from a client who has type 2 diabetes mellitus and a recent diagnosis of hypertension. This is the second time in 2 weeks that the client experienced hypoglycemia. Which of the following client data should the nurse report to the provider? a. Takes psyllium daily as a fiber laxative b. Drinks skim milk daily as a bedtime snack c. Takes metoprolol daily after meals d. Drinks grapefruit juice daily with breakfast 3. A nurse is caring for a client who is admitted to the emergency department with a blood pressure of 266/147 mm Hg. The client reports a headache and double vision. The client states, “I ran out of my diltiazem 3 days ago, and I am unable to purchase more.” Which of the following actions should the nurse take first? a. Administer acetaminophen for headache b. Provide teaching regarding the importance of not abruptly stopping an antihypertensive c. Obtain IV access and prepare to administer and IV antihypertensive d. Call social services for a referral for financial assistance in obtaining prescribed medication 4. A nurse is providing teaching for a client who has a new diagnosis of hypertension and a new prescription for spironolactone 25 mg/day. Which of the following statements by the client indicated an understanding of the teaching? a. I should eat a lot of fruits and vegetables, especially bananas and potatoes b. I will report any changes in heart rate to my provider c. I should replace the salt shaker on my table with a salt substitute d. I will decrease the dose of this medication when I no longer have headaches and facial redness 5. A nurse is providing discharge teaching for a client who has a prescription for furosemide 40 mg PO daily. The nurse should instruct the client to take this medication at which of the following times a day?

Which information about the purpose of pursed lip breathing will the nurse include when teaching a patient?

Which instruction will the nurse include when teaching a patient with COPD about using pursed lip breathing?

Which of the following is an expected outcome of pursed lip breathing?

Which best describes the purpose of pursed lip breathing in the client with COPD?