When Assessing a 75-Year-Old Patient Who Has Asthma, the Nurse

When assessing a 75-year-old patient who has asthma, the nurse notes that he assumes a tripod position, leaning forward with arms braced on the chair.The nurse:

A) Assumes that the patient is eager and interested in participating in the interview.
B) Evaluates the patient for abdominal pain, which may be exacerbated in the sitting position.
C) Assumes that the patient is having difficulty breathing and assists him to the supine position.
D) Recognizes that a tripod position is often used when a patient is having respiratory difficulties.