On assuming care for a patient being treated for bacterial pneumonia, which assessment finding requires immediate attention by the nurse?

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Restlessness can be a sign of hypoxia, which is a critical condition requiring immediate attention in a patient with pneumonia. Fever, productive cough, and arthralgia are common symptoms of pneumonia but are not as immediately life-threatening as potential hypoxia indicated by restlessness.

On Assuming Care for a Patient Being Treated for Bacterial