ATI RN
ATI RN Fundamental Proctored Exam With NGN Graded Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is assessing a client who has an acute respiratory infection that puts her at risk for hypoxemia. Which of the following findings are early indications that should alert the nurse that the client is developing hypoxemia? Select all.
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Answer: A, B, E
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1. Restlessness: Early sign of hypoxemia due to the body's attempt to increase oxygen intake.
2. Tachypnea: Increased respiratory rate compensates for low oxygen levels in the blood.
3. Pallor: Skin paleness indicates poor oxygenation of tissues due to hypoxemia.
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C: Bradycardia - Bradycardia is a late sign of hypoxemia, not an early indication.
D: Confusion - Confusion is a late sign of severe hypoxemia affecting the brain function.
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