In the recovery room, the nurse assesses a bluish discoloration of the patient's oral mucosa and conjunctiva of the eyes, lips, and tongue. These changes in color could indicate:

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The bluish discoloration of the patient's oral mucosa, conjunctiva of the eyes, lips, and tongue is indicative of central cyanosis. Central cyanosis occurs due to a decrease in arterial oxygen saturation, affecting the central parts of the body and is a sign of serious oxygenation problems.

In the Recovery Room, the Nurse Assesses a Bluish Discoloration