A patient presents to the emergency department in acute respiratory failure secondary to community-acquired pneumonia.The patient has a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.The nurse anticipates which treatment to facilitate ventilation?

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Noninvasive measures are often recommended in the initial treatment of the patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease to prevent intubation and ventilator dependence.The history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease increases the risk for ventilator dependence,so noninvasive options are a priority.Bag-valve ventilation with 100% oxygen is not required at this time and could depress the respiratory drive that exists.Emergency tracheostomy is not indicated,as there is no indication of an obstructed airway.

A Patient Presents to the Emergency Department in Acute Respiratory