76-year-old man presents to the hospital complaining of shortness…

Question 76-year-old man presents to the hospital complaining of shortness… 76-year-old man presents to the hospital complaining of shortness of breath, morning cough, and swelling in his lower extremities. He has difficulty breathing when he walks.States sleeping in a recliner to make it easier to breathe.Feels his shoes are tight at the end of the day. Has smoked one pack of cigarettes a day for the past 30 years. His breathing is laboredBreath sounds faint with prolonged expiration. His arterial blood gases show ↓ PaO2 and ↑ PaCO2.Chest x-rays show hyperinflation of the lungs.2+ peripheral edema bilateral lower extremities. 1.He is diagnosed with COPD. What is the basis for this diagnosis?2.Why does he have swelling of his feet and ankles?3.What important teaching measures should you incorporate into his plan of care?     Please with referenceThank you.                 Health Science Science Nursing NURS 252 Share QuestionEmailCopy link Comments (0)