The patient, age 91, has COPD and complains of dyspnea and fatigue. Activity intolerance, related to an imbalance between the oxygen supply and demand, is a nursing diagnosis for COPD. Which nursing intervention would be inappropriate?
A) Teach pursed-lip breathing.
B) Provide oxygen therapy as ordered.
C) Plan care to provide optimum rest.
D) Provide a cool shower.
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