ATI RN
ATI Nursing 100 Day Exam 4 Fundamentals Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The nursing assessment finding that represents the most serious indication of a client's deteriorating oxygenation status is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Cyanosis. Cyanosis is a bluish discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes due to inadequate oxygen levels in the blood. It is a critical sign of severe oxygen deprivation and suggests a significant decline in respiratory function. Pursed-lip breathing (choice
A) is a compensatory mechanism for breathing difficulties but may not always indicate severe oxygenation deterioration. Clubbing of the nails (choice
B) is a sign of chronic hypoxia but not necessarily an acute deterioration. Poor skin turgor (choice
D) is a sign of dehydration and not specifically related to oxygenation status.
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