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    ATI Remediation Proctored Exam 3 (Mental and Med Surg)

    A nurse is teaching a client who has chronic obstructive pulmonary disease about ways to facilitate eating. Which of the following statements indicates a need for further teaching?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Rationale:A. Taking bronchodilators before meals can help improve breathing, which is essential for eating comfortably, so it is better to take them before meals rather than after.B. Resting before eating helps conserve energy and can make eating easier for individuals with COPD.C. Eating small, frequent meals is beneficial for managing COPD because it prevents large meals that can lead to respiratory discomfort.D. Choosing non-gas-forming foods can help reduce abdominal distention and discomfort during meals for individuals with COPD.

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