When Prone Positioning Is Used for a Patient with Acute

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Multiple Choice

When prone positioning is used for a patient with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) ,which information obtained by the nurse indicates that the positioning is effective?

• A)The patient's PaO₂ is 89 mm Hg, and the SaO₂ is 91%.
• B)Endotracheal suctioning results in clear mucous return.
• C)Sputum and blood cultures show no growth after 48 hours.
• D)The skin on the patient's back is intact and without redness.

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