[Expert Solution]: Which nursing actions pertain to the…

Which nursing actions pertain to the objective portion of a respiratory assessment? (Select all that apply.) Encourage the patient to ask questions. Gather equipment, including a light source and a metric ruler. Instruct the patient to put on the examination gown with the opening in the front. Begin the data collection by palpating the patient’s upper chest area. Be attentive to the patient’s verbal and nonverbal responses related to the need for privacy.