A Patient Was Admitted 5 Days Ago and Has Just

question 8

Multiple Choice

A patient was admitted 5 days ago and has just been weaned from mechanical ventilation.The patient suddenly becomes confused,seeing nonexistent animals in the room and pulling at the bedding.The nurse suspects the patient may be experiencing what issue?

• A) Delirium
• B) Hypoxemia
• C) Hypocalcemia
• D) Sedation withdrawal

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