The nurse is caring for a client with acute COPD flare receiving oxygen. Which finding requires immediate follow-up?

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B. new confusion and somnolence — New confusion and somnolence can signal worsening hypercapnia or hypoxemia and require prompt follow-up.

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A. mild dry mouth from oxygen flow

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C. SpO2 improving from 86% to 90%

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D. barrel chest appearance