While caring for a patient with respiratory disease,the nurse observes that the patient's SpO2 drops from 93% to 88% while the patient is ambulating in the hallway.What is the priority action of the nurse?

A) Notify the health care provider. B) Document the response to exercise. C) Administer the PRN supplemental O2. D) Encourage the patient to pace activity. A) Notify the health care provider. B) Document the response to exercise. C) Administer the PRN supplemental O2. D) Encourage the patient to pace activity.

Exam 22: Nursing Assessment: Respiratory System

While caring for a patient with respiratory disease,the nurse observes that the patient's SpO₂ drops from 93% to 88% while the patient is ambulating in the hallway.What is the priority action of the nurse?

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Question 21

On auscultation of a patient's lungs,the nurse hears low-pitched,bubbling sounds during inhalation in the lower third of both lungs.How should the nurse document this finding?

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Question 22

When assessing the respiratory system of an older patient,which finding indicates that the nurse should take immediate action?

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Question 23

Which action is appropriate for the nurse to delegate to unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)?

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Exam 22: Nursing Assessment: Respiratory System

While caring for a patient with respiratory disease,the nurse observes that the patient's SpO2 drops from 93% to 88% while the patient is ambulating in the hallway.What is the priority action of the nurse?

On auscultation of a patient's lungs,the nurse hears low-pitched,bubbling sounds during inhalation in the lower third of both lungs.How should the nurse document this finding?

When assessing the respiratory system of an older patient,which finding indicates that the nurse should take immediate action?

Which action is appropriate for the nurse to delegate to unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)?

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While caring for a patient with respiratory disease,the nurse observes that the patient's SpO₂ drops from 93% to 88% while the patient is ambulating in the hallway.What is the priority action of the nurse?