Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 77%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who has an acute respiratory failure (ARF). The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following manifestations of this condition? (Select all that apply.)
Correct answer
A,C,D,E
Rationale
Hypotension, decreased consciousness, severe dyspnea, and headache are manifestations of ARF due to hypoxemia, hypercapnia, or acidosis.