The client was brought to the Emergency Department.The nurse administered a breathing treatment for the client earlier.The nurse is preparing the client for a procedure.The nurse notes that the client is breathing in a shallow manner and the client's hands are trembling.Which of the following actions will help decrease the client's level of anxiety?

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Explaining procedures in a calm and reassuring voice can help reduce anxiety in the client. Requesting the immediate presence of the healthcare provider or postponing the procedure may not be necessary at this time. Providing oxygen may be beneficial for the client's shallow breathing but may not address the underlying cause of the anxiety.

The Client Was Brought to the Emergency Department