[Expert Solution]: 2/22/20XX 1130 Solomon Nicholson (pronouns…

2/22/20XX 1130 Solomon Nicholson (pronouns he/him/his), 55 years old Chief Complaint: Increasing shortness of breath, dry cough, and fatigue History: Takes prednisone, azathioprine, amlodipine, and metformin Lifestyle: Smokes 1 pack of cigarettes per day Assessment: Appears dyspneic at rest, using accessory muscles. Inspiratory crackles on lung auscultation. No cyanosis or clubbing noted. No edema noted. Oxygen saturation is 88% on room air. Vital Signs: Blood pressure 130/90 mmHg, heart rate 86 bpm, respiratory rate 22 bpm, temperature 98.6 °F (37 °C) oral, pulse oximetry 88% on room air Diagnostic Tests: Pulmonary function tests reveal severe restrictive lung disease with significantly reduced lung volumes and diffusion capacity Question 4 / 6 Note: You will not have another attempt on this question if you navigate away. Please take your time answering this question before moving forward. Generate Solutions Which of the following should the nurse practitioner (NP) include in the client’s care? Select all that apply. Refer for lung transplantation evaluation Provide smoking cessation counseling Prescribe bronchodilators Monitor lung function regularly Prescribe antibiotics Educate on breathing exercises