Оценка 5,0 (1) Perform a respiratory system assessment and ask specific questions about this episode of respiratory distress.

Оценка 5,0 (1) A patient with acute shortness of breath is admitted to the hospital. Which action should the nurse take during the initial assessment of the patient?

Оценка 4,8 (29) The nurse is caring for a patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) and pneumonia who has an order for arterial blood gases to be drawn.

A focused physical assessment should be done rapidly to help determine the cause of the distress and suggest treatment.

A patient with acute shortness of breath is admitted to the hospital. Which action should the nurse take during the initial assessment of the patient?

Оценка 5,0 (1) Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like Primary Purpose of the Respiratory System, Two parts of the respiratory system, ...

Functions of the respiratory system are: Serve as an air filter, cleaning the inhaled air, Supply oxygen to body cells, Remove carbon dioxide from the cells,

A focused physical assessment should be done rapidly to help determine the cause of the distress and suggest treatment.

Two order of respiratory assessment: 1. inspection 2. palpation 3. percussion 4. auscultation. How should the client be positioned when assessing posterior ...

Which nursing intervention is the priority in preparing the client for pulmonary function testing (PFT)? A. Administer bronchodilator medication on call. B ...