The Emergency Department Nurse Is Evaluating the Effectiveness of Therapy

question 42

Multiple Choice

The emergency department nurse is evaluating the effectiveness of therapy for a patient who has received treatment during an asthma attack.Which assessment finding is the best indicator that the therapy has been effective?

• A) No wheezes are audible.
• B) Oxygen saturation is >90%.
• C) Accessory muscle use has decreased.
• D) Respiratory rate is 16 breaths/minute.

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Definitions:

Implement

To put a decision, plan, strategy, or law into effect or action.

Strategy

A comprehensive plan or set of actions designed to achieve long-term goals or overall objectives, especially in business or military contexts.

Integrated

The process of combining or coordinating separate elements to work together as a unified whole, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness.

Externally-oriented

A focus or approach that prioritizes external factors, such as market trends and customer needs, over internal issues.