The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Has Just

question 38

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client who has just had a thoracentesis. Which of the following information is most important to communicate to the health care provider?

• A)BP is 150/90 mm Hg.
• B)Oxygen saturation is 89%.
• C)Pain level is 5/10 with a deep breath.
• D)Respiratory rate is 24 when lying flat.

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