Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 79%
Simulated
The nurse is reviewing the arterial blood gas (ABG) result for a client currently on a 100% non-rebreather mask. The nurse is able to interpret which of the following results as hypoxemic respiratory failure?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
PaO2 of 44 mmHg and O2 saturation of 76% despite 100% oxygen indicate hypoxemic respiratory failure, characterized by severe hypoxemia.