Practice Question
A nurse is assessing a client for hypoxia secondary to their emphysema (COPD). Which clinical manifestation should nurse to observe in the client with hypoxia?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Restlessness anxiety.
Rationale:
🟢 Hypoxia stimulates the sympathetic nervous system, producing early signs like restlessness and anxiety.
🟢 This occurs before cyanosis or lethargy develops, which are late signs of tissue hypoxia.
🟢 Tachycardia and increased respiratory rate may accompany these early manifestations.
🟢 Bradycardia is typically a late sign, often preceding cardiac arrest if hypoxia worsens.
🟢 Recognizing early hypoxia allows nurses to initiate interventions, such as supplemental oxygen, before complications arise.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: Examplify Exam(s)
- Domain: Medical-Surgical
- Answer Choices: 4
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