When Caring for a Patient with a History of Asthma

question 41

Multiple Choice

When caring for a patient with a history of asthma, which assessment finding should the nurse communicate immediately to the health care provider?

• A) Pulse oximetry reading of 91%
• B) Respiratory rate of 26 breaths/minute
• C) Use of accessory muscles in breathing
• D) Peak expiratory flow rate of 240 mL/min

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