A passenger is treated with bi-level ventilation after admission to the medical facility in acute CHF. The passenger is very anxious, edematous, and cyanotic. Which of the following should the nurse recognize as the desired response to this intervention?

A client diagnosed with acute respiratory failure has an oral endotracheal tube attached to a mechanical ventilator and is about to begin the weaning process. The nurse determines that which item, that was previously used to minimize the client’s anxiety, should now be limited?   *1 pointRadioTelevisionFamily visitorsAntianxiety medications

The nurse recognizes indication of respiratory distress include which of thefollowing? (select all that apply)

Which of the following assessment types is used during every patient encounter to briefly evaluate level of consciousness, airway, breathing, and circulation and implement emergency care if needed?

Which of the following would be a priority nursing diagnosis for the client with CHF and pulmonary edema?*1 pointa. High risk for infection related to stasis of secretions in alveoli.b. Impaired skin integrity related to edema and pressure.c. Activity intolerance related to imbalance between oxygen supply and demand.d. Constipation related to immobility.

A client with pneumonia presents with the following arterial blood gases: pH of 7.28, PaCO2 of 74, HCO3 of 28 mEq/L, and PO2 of 45. Which of the following is the most appropriate nursing intervention? A. Administer a sedative B. Place client in left lateral position C. Place client in high-Fowler’s position D. Assist the client to breathe into a paper bag