A client admitted with smoke inhalation injuries develops signs and symptoms of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). The nurse anticipates the healthcare provider will prescribe which course of action with regard to oxygenation?
A)Oxygen via a nasal cannula
B)Mechanical ventilation
C)Oxygen via a face mask
D)Oxygen via a Venturi mask

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A)With ARDS, it is rarely possible to maintain adequate tissue oxygenation with oxygen therapy alone. Therefore, mechanical ventilation is often necessary. Oxygen administered via nasal cannula, face mask, or venture mask all require active and adequate breathing by the client, which may not be possible for the client with ARDS.
B)With ARDS, it is rarely possible to maintain adequate tissue oxygenation with oxygen therapy alone. Therefore, mechanical ventilation is often necessary. Oxygen administered via nasal cannula, face mask, or venture mask all require active and adequate breathing by the client, which may not be possible for the client with ARDS.
C)With ARDS, it is rarely possible to maintain adequate tissue oxygenation with oxygen therapy alone. Therefore, mechanical ventilation is often necessary. Oxygen administered via nasal cannula, face mask, or venture mask all require active and adequate breathing by the client, which may not be possible for the client with ARDS.
D)With ARDS, it is rarely possible to maintain adequate tissue oxygenation with oxygen therapy alone. Therefore, mechanical ventilation is often necessary. Oxygen administered via nasal cannula, face mask, or venture mask all require active and adequate breathing by the client, which may not be possible for the client with ARDS.

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