What drug would the nurse administer to treat a patient diagnosed with bronchospasm associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?

Choice A rationale

Ineffective health maintenance is appropriate due to the patient's inability to provide names and purposes of medications, indicating insufficient knowledge of their regimen.

Choice B rationale

Noncompliance implies intentional refusal of medication, which is not evident here as the patient is unaware rather than refusing.

Choice C rationale

Acute confusion is not indicated as the patient appears oriented and not disoriented.

Choice D rationale

Risk-prone health behavior is not appropriate as it suggests engagement in harmful activities, which is not described.

Choice A rationale

Weight-bearing exercises are beneficial for cardiovascular health and bone density, and substituting them with yoga may not address the underlying factors contributing to hypertension.

Choice B rationale

Decreased fluid intake is not generally recommended as it can lead to dehydration, which may negatively impact blood pressure. Increased potassium intake is beneficial, but not reducing fluid intake.

Choice C rationale

Stress reduction is indeed beneficial for managing hypertension, but increased protein intake is not specifically indicated for lowering blood pressure and may have other health implications.

Choice D rationale

Weight reduction and decreased sodium intake are well-established lifestyle changes for managing hypertension. Reducing sodium helps lower blood pressure, and weight loss reduces the strain on the cardiovascular system.