ATI RN
ATI Fundamentals 100 Exam 4 Questions
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The nursing assessment finding that represents the most serious indication of a client's deteriorating oxygenation status is:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: cyanosis. Cyanosis is a serious indication of deteriorating oxygenation status as it indicates severe oxygen deprivation in the body, leading to a bluish discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes. This occurs when oxygen saturation levels in the blood drop significantly, highlighting a critical respiratory issue. Poor skin turgor (
A) is a sign of dehydration, not specifically related to oxygenation. Clubbing of the nails (
C) is associated with chronic respiratory conditions but is not as acute an indicator as cyanosis. Pursed-lip breathing (
D) is a compensatory mechanism seen in some respiratory conditions but is not as alarming as cyanosis in terms of oxygenation status.
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