The nurse recognizes indication of respiratory distress include which of thefollowing? (select all that apply)
Question
The nurse recognizes indication of respiratory distress include which of thefollowing? (select all that apply)
Solution
- Rapid breathing or shortness of breath
- Use of accessory muscles to breathe
- Cyanosis (bluish color of the skin, especially around the mouth or fingertips)
- Changes in mental status, such as confusion or drowsiness
- Wheezing or other abnormal breath sounds
- Restlessness or anxiety
- Decreased oxygen saturation levels
- Increased heart rate
- Sweating
- Coughing or difficulty in swallowing
- Nasal flaring or chest retractions in severe cases.
Please note that these are general signs and symptoms. The specific indications can vary depending on the underlying cause of the respiratory distress.
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