The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Was Just

question 13

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client who was just placed on supplemental oxygen per nasal cannula and should contact the healthcare provider if which assessment data are noted at the next assessment? Select all that apply.

• A)The client complains of feeling anxious and restless.
• B)Skin color is pink and warm to touch.
• C)The heart rate is 82.
• D)The respiratory rate is 36.
• E)The client is using accessory muscles to breathe.

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Definitions:

Nasogastric Tube

A flexible tube inserted through the nose into the stomach, used for feeding or removing stomach contents.

Navel

The scar in the center of the abdomen, also known as the belly button, which marks the area where the umbilical cord was attached in utero.

Measurement Technique

A method or procedure used to quantify characteristics or parameters in a systematic and standard way, ensuring accuracy and reliability.

Cramping

Painful, involuntary muscle contractions that can occur in various parts of the body and are often caused by overuse, dehydration, or electrolyte imbalances.