When prone positioning is used in the care of a patient with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) , which information obtained by the nurse indicates that the positioning is effective?
A) The skin on the patient's back is intact and without redness.
B) Sputum and blood cultures show no growth after 24 hours.
C) The patient's PaO2 is 90 mm Hg, and the SaO2 is 92%.
D) Endotracheal suctioning results in minimal mucous return.
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