The Nurse Is Monitoring the Status of Client Who Has

question 3

Multiple Choice

The nurse is monitoring the status of client who has had an unilateral adrenalectomy. The nurse is closely monitoring the client's respiratory status for which reason?

• A) The remaining adrenal gland is not producing sufficient hormone to meet the client's needs.
• B) The client is at risk for atelectasis and pneumothorax due to the location of the adrenal glands.
• C) The client is receiving a prescribed corticosteroid which can affect the client's recovery from anesthesia.
• D) One of the primary clinical manifestations of acute adrenal crisis is respiratory distress.

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