Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 85%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who has acute respiratory failure (ARF). The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following manifestations of this condition?
Correct answer
B,C,D,E
Rationale
Severe dyspnea, headache, decreased consciousness, and hypotension are manifestations of ARF due to hypoxemia or hypercapnia.