The nurse cares for a terminally ill patient who has 20-second periods of apnea followed by periods of deep and rapid breathing.Which action by the nurse would be most appropriate?
A) Suction the patient.
B) Administer oxygen via face mask.
C) Place the patient in high Fowler's position.
D) Document the respirations as Cheyne-Stokes.
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