After several hours of non-productive coughing, a client presents to the emergency room complaining of chest tightness and shortness of breath. History includes end stage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and diabetes mellitus. While completing the pulmonary assessment, the nurse hears wheezing and poor air movement bilaterally. Which actions should the nurse implement?
A.)Administer PRN nebulizer treatment.
B.)Obtain 12 lead electrocardiogram.
C.)Monitor continuous oxygen saturation.
D.) Lay the client in the prone position