A nurse working in a long-term care facility is providing teaching to patients with altered oxygenation due to condi-tions such as asthma and COPD. Which measures would the nurse recommend? Select all that apply.a. Refrain from exercise.b. Reduce anxiety.c. Eat meals 1 to 2 hours prior to breathing treatments.d. Eat a high-protein/high-calorie diet.e. Maintain a high-Fowler’s position when possible.f. Drink 2 to 3 pints of clear fluids daily.

A nurse working in a long-term care facility is providing teaching to patients with altered oxygenation due to condi-tions such as asthma and COPD. Which measures would the nurse recommend? Select all that apply.a. Refrain from exercise.b. Reduce anxiety.c. Eat meals 1 to 2 hours prior to breathing treatments.d. Eat a high-protein/high-calorie diet.e. Maintain a high-Fowler’s position when possible.f. Drink 2 to 3 pints of clear fluids daily.

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