The nurse is providing care to a patient diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).Which observation would indicate that care provided to this patient has been effective?

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A patient with COPD typically experiences shortness of breath with activities of daily living, and maintaining a SpO2 (oxygen saturation) of 92% or higher indicates adequate oxygenation. Therefore, if the patient is able to conduct morning care and ambulate in the room while maintaining an SpO2 of 92% on room air per oximetry reading, this indicates that care provided has been effective. Choices B, C, and D all indicate that the patient is still experiencing complications from COPD and that further interventions are needed.

The Nurse Is Providing Care to a Patient Diagnosed with Chronic