A patient involved in a motor vehicle accident was admitted to the intensive care unit with a closed head injury.Which clinical manifestation would warn the nurse that the patient's condition was progressing to multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS)? A)Urine output less than 400 mL/day B)Decreased PaO₂ with an increase in FiO₂ C)Alteration in level of consciousness D)Hypotension that responds to fluids

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A decreased PaO2 with an increase in FiO2 indicates worsening respiratory function, which is a key sign of progression to multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS).

A Patient Involved in a Motor Vehicle Accident Was Admitted