The nurse in intensive care is caring for a patient who is developing ARDS secondary to infection. When the patient develops hypoxemia, which intervention does the nurse anticipate?

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ARDS (Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome) often requires intubation and mechanical ventilation to ensure adequate oxygenation, as less invasive methods like nasal cannula or Venturi mask may not provide sufficient support.

The Nurse in Intensive Care Is Caring for a Patient