Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 78%
Simulated
The client diagnosed with respiratory distress has arterial blood gases of pH 7.45, Paco2 54, Hco3 25, Pao2 52. Which should the nurse implement? Select all that apply.
Correct answer
A,B,C,D,E
Rationale
PaO2 52 and PaCO2 54 indicate severe hypoxia; apply nonrebreather (A), call RRT (B), elevate HOB (C), stay with client (D), and notify HCP (E) are all critical.