A patient diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)has a carboxyhemoglobin level of 5%.When planning care for this patient, which question should a nurse ask to determine the significance of this result?
A)"Do you experience a headaches or dizziness?"
B)"How many cigarettes do you smoke each day?
C)"How often do you exercise outdoors?"
D)"What kind of heating do you have in your home?"

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Carboxyhemoglobin levels can be elevated in smokers due to carbon monoxide exposure from cigarette smoke. Asking about smoking habits helps assess the significance of the elevated level.

A Patient Diagnosed with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)has a Carboxyhemoglobin