Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 70%
Simulated
The nurse is caring for a client who is dying. While assessing the client for signs of impending death, the nurse observes the client for:
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Cheyne-Stokes respirations are rhythmic waxing and waning of respirations from very deep breathing to very shallow breathing with periods of temporary apnea, often associated with cardiac failure. This can be a sign of impending death.