Physiological IntegrityPregunta 78 de 120
A client with pneumonia has an oxygen saturation of 88% on room air. Which action should the LPN/LVN take first?
a.Encourage the client to lie flat
b.Apply oxygen as ordered and reposition to high Fowler's
c.Withhold oxygen until the provider rounds
d.Offer a cold beverage
Explicación
An oxygen saturation of 88% indicates hypoxemia; applying oxygen as ordered and positioning upright improves oxygenation. Lying flat and withholding oxygen worsen the problem. Prompt oxygenation is the priority.
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