The nurse assesses a client diagnosed with pneumonia. Which data findings indicate that the client is not oxygenating adequately? Select all that apply.
A)Oxygen saturation 87%
B)Arterial blood gas pH 7.33
C)Respiratory rate 52 breaths/min
D)Fine rales in the left lower lobe
E)Cyanosis of the nailbeds and lips

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The Answer of The nurse assesses a client diagnosed with pneumonia. Which data findings indicate that the client is not oxygenating adequately? Select all that apply.
A)Oxygen saturation 87%
B)Arterial blood gas pH 7.33
C)Respiratory rate 52 breaths/min
D)Fine rales in the left lower lobe
E)Cyanosis of the nailbeds and lips

The Nurse Assesses a Client Diagnosed with Pneumonia