Small pleural effusion in the left lower lobe

During your physical exam, you noted “respirations are rapid, but no signs of dyspnea on 2 L O2/NC with SpO2 90%. Breath sounds are absent in the left lower lobe posteriorly, otherwise, clear to auscultation throughout.” The admission chest x-ray report reads, “small pleural effusion in the left lower lobe (LLL).”
6. What are Three “NURSING” interventions that you could implement to help with B.K.’s breathing?

7. B.K. is complaining of thirst and is demanding something to drink. Her orders state, “NPO, except sips and ice chips.” What is a therapeutic response to her request? What interventions could you offer to help B.K.?
8. What is a complication of chronic pancreatitis that could cause extreme thirst?

9. What nursing education could you provide for B.K. to follow once she is discharged?

10. Pancrelipase is prescribed to B.K., what does B.K. need to know about this prescription?