When Prone Positioning Is Used in the Care of a Patient

question 16

Multiple Choice

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

• A) The skin on the patient's back is intact and without redness.
• B) Sputum and blood cultures show no growth after 24 hours.
• C) The patient's PaO₂ is 90 mm Hg, and the SaO₂ is 92%.
• D) Endotracheal suctioning results in minimal mucous return.

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