A client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease tells the nurse that he feels short of breath. The client's respiratory rate is 36 breaths/min and the nurse auscultates diffuse wheezes. His arterial oxygen saturation is 84%. The nurse calls the assigned respiratory therapist to administer a prescribed nebulizer treatment. The therapist says, "I have several more nebulizer treatments to do on the unit where I am now. As soon as I'm done, I'll come assess the client." The nurse's most appropriate action is to:
a) notify the primary physician immediately.
b) stay with the client until the therapist arrives.
c) administer the treatment by metered-dose inhaler.
d) give the nebulizer treatment herself.
Answer: d) give the nebulizer treatment herself.
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