The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Is Dark-Skinned

question 9

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client who is dark-skinned and has been admitted to the hospital in severe respiratory distress. Which of the following actions should the nurse implement to determine whether the client is cyanotic?

• A)Assess the skin colour of the earlobes.
• B)Apply pressure to the palms of the hands.
• C)Check the lips and oral mucous membranes.
• D)Examine capillary refill time of the nail beds.

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