Answer to Question 1
Answer: C
A reduction in arterial oxygen saturation level and dyspnea indicate the client is experiencing impaired gas exchange. This would be the priority for the client at this time. The client may have ineffective tissue perfusion; however, this is not the priority. The client may be experiencing anxiety; however, this is not the priority at this time either. There is not enough information to determine whether the client is at risk for impaired mobility.
Answer to Question 2
Answer: D
The best care for a pulmonary embolism is prevention. Since surgical clients have an increased risk of developing a pulmonary embolism postoperatively, instructions should include ways to encourage movement, such as leg exercises, and the need for pneumatic compression devices to maintain lower extremity circulation and prevent the development of a deep vein thrombosis. Exercises and pneumatic compression devices do not prevent infection, encourage wound healing, or prevent contractures.
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The ethanol molecule showing two carbon atoms, six hydrogen atoms, and one oxygen atom.
The OBD-II catalytic converter monitor compares the signals of the upstream and downstream oxygen ...
Percent of oxygen in the atmosphere versus altitude.
Exchange of Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide
Partial pressures (in mm Hg) for oxygen (red boxes) and carbon dioxide (blue boxes) in the atmospher