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A resident is breathing with effort, using shoulder muscles, and says, 'I can't catch my breath.' What should the assistant do?
- A.Stay with the resident, call for the nurse immediately, and keep her upright if allowed
- B.Finish the linen change first, then report later
- C.Tell her to lie flat and rest until lunch time
- D.Leave to find paperwork before telling anyone
Correct answer
A. Stay with the resident, call for the nurse immediately, and keep her upright if allowed
Why
Shortness of breath is an urgent change that requires immediate reporting and staying with the resident for safety. Sitting upright, if allowed, often makes breathing easier while the nurse is called.
Content outline: Basic Nursing Skills - Observing and Reporting Changes · From the Basic Nursing Skills practice bank (BN-065).