Which sign of respiratory failure appears as a bluish cast in the skin on the lips, cheeks, and nail beds?
A)acidosis
B)hypercapnia
C)hypoxia
D)hypoxemia
E)cyanosis

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Cyanosis is a sign of respiratory failure that appears as a bluish cast in the skin on the lips, cheeks, and nail beds. It indicates that there is a lack of oxygen in the blood (hypoxia) and the tissues are not getting enough oxygen.

Which Sign of Respiratory Failure Appears as a Bluish Cast