What Signs of Cyanosis Does a Nurse Inspect for in a Dark-Skinned

question 19

Multiple Choice

What signs of cyanosis does a nurse inspect for in a dark-skinned patient?

• A) Ashen-gray color of the oral mucous membranes
• B) Blue color in the nail beds
• C) Ashen-blue color in the palms and soles
• D) Blue-gray color in the ear lobes and lips

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