The nurse is caring for an unresponsive 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 appropriate?
A) Suction the patient's mouth.
B) Administer oxygen via face mask.
C) Document Cheyne-Stokes respirations.
D) Place the patient in high Fowler's position.
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