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Last Update: 11/25/2024 11:00 AM
Current Deck: FOM_B3
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You’re providing care to a patient who is being treated for aspiration pneumonia. The patient is on a 100% non-rebreather mask. Which finding below is a HALLMARK sign and symptom that the patient is developing acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)?
A. The patient is experiencing bradypnea.
B. The patient is tired and confused.
C. The patient’s PaO2 remains at 45 mmHg.
D. The patient’s blood pressure is 180/96.
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Answer: C. The patient’s PaO2 remains at 45 mmHg.
Rationale: A hallmark sign of ARDS is refractory hypoxemia, where the patient remains hypoxic despite receiving high levels of oxygen (e.g., 100% non-rebreather mask).
Rationale: A hallmark sign of ARDS is refractory hypoxemia, where the patient remains hypoxic despite receiving high levels of oxygen (e.g., 100% non-rebreather mask).
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