Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 75%
Simulated
A nurse is planning care for a client who has acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Which of the following changes should the nurse expect? (Select All that Apply.)
Correct answer
A,C,D
Rationale
ARDS leads to muscle wasting, cognitive loss, and functional impairment due to prolonged critical illness, hypoxia, and immobility.