Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) ( 35 Questions)

A nurse is assessing a client with COPD. Which clinical manifestation should the nurse expect to find related to the increased work of breathing?


Correct Answer: B

A) Incorrect. Bradycardia (slow heart rate) is not typically associated with increased work of breathing in COPD.

B) Correct. Pursed-lip breathing is a compensatory technique used by individuals with COPD to relieve air trapping and reduce the work of breathing.

C) Incorrect. Cyanosis of the extremities may occur with COPD but is not directly related to increased work of breathing.

D) Incorrect. Increased work of breathing typically leads to an increased respiratory rate, not a decreased rate.




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