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A client is diagnosed with a flail chest. Which characteristics related to breathing should the nurse observe for in the client?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The client with flail chest is in obvious respiratory distress. The client has severe dyspnea and cyanosis accompanied by paradoxical chest movement. Respirations are shallow, rapid, and grunting in nature.