Which of the following is an appropriate intervention for the client with pulmonary edema?
A) Administer the prescribed sedative to decrease anxiety.
B) Suction as needed to clear the lungs.
C) Position the client supine.
D) Use chest percussion.

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Administering a prescribed sedative can help decrease anxiety in a client with pulmonary edema, which can reduce the workload on the heart by calming the patient and potentially improving oxygenation.

Which of the Following Is an Appropriate Intervention for the Client