A nurse is caring for a patient experiencing respiratory distress.The health care provider places an endotracheal tube.What is the most appropriate patient problem for this patient?
A)Ineffective coping
B)Risk for infection
C)Altered nutrition: less than body requirements
D)Impaired verbal communication

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Because of the placement of an endotracheal tube,the patient is unable to speak.The patient problem of impaired verbal communication is most appropriate.

A Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Experiencing Respiratory Distress