You are caring for a client with Hodgkin's disease who has developed respiratory distress. What measures should be taken by the nurse to help the client get relief?
A) Change the position of the client.
B) Keep the neck in midline and place the client in a high Fowler's position.
C) Administer oxygen immediately.
D) Administer oral or topical antipruritic medication.

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Placing the client in a high Fowler's position helps to improve lung expansion and ease breathing, which is crucial in managing respiratory distress.

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