Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

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A nurse is caring for a client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who is ventilator-dependent and living in Georgia, where it is frequently hot and humid. Attempts to completely wean the client from the ventilator have been unsuccessful. The client's spouse would like to care for the client at home. What should lead the nurse to determine that this is contraindicated? Select all that apply. The client's daughter is a nurse and has offered to help care for the client. The client's spouse wants to be the sole caretaker. The utility company will provide a backup generator to the home. Family members have offered to provide respite care weekly. There is no air conditioning in the client's home.

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