A nurse is caring for a client who has pneumonia. Assessment findings include temperature 37.8 deg C (100 deg F), respirations 30/min, BP 130/76, heart rate 100/min, and SaO2 91% on room air. Using a scale of 1-4, with 1 being highest priority, prioritize the following nursing interventions.
A. Administer antibiotics as prescribed
B. Administer oxygen therapy
C. Perform a sputum culture
D. Administer an antipyretic medication to promote client comfort.
