The nurse is caring for a child with a tracheostomy. What ...

[tiffannnnyyyyyy]

The nurse is caring for a child with a tracheostomy. What clinical manifestation should the nurse recognize as an early sign of impending respiratory distress or failure?
 
  a. Cyanosis
  b. Restlessness
  c. Audible stridor
  d. Crowing respirations

Question 2

Respiratory failure can result from many causes. What condition is a specific primary cause of inefficient gas transfer?
 
  a. Anemia
  b. Pneumothorax
  c. Cystic fibrosis
  d. Laryngospasm

[nicoleclaire22]

Answer to Question 1

b. Restlessness

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Respiratory failure is defined as the inability of the respiratory system to maintain adequate oxygenation of the blood. In primary inefficient gas transfer, there is insufficient alveolar ventilation. Anemia, which is characterized by low hemoglobin levels, results in an inability to adequately oxygenate the blood. Pneumothorax and cystic fibrosis are examples of restrictive lung disease. Laryngospasm is an example of obstructive lung disease.

[tiffannnnyyyyyy]

Great answer, keep it coming

[shailee]

YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review