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The Nurse Is Caring for a Client with Hypoxemia and a PaO2/FiO2

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The nurse is caring for a client with hypoxemia and a PaO<sub>2</sub>/FiO<sub>2</sub> ratio of 170 while being administered oxygen 8 L/minute via mask. Which of the following information is accurate in relation to the client's situation?

The nurse is caring for a client with hypoxemia and a PaO2/FiO2 ratio of 170 while being administered oxygen 8 L/minute via mask. Which of the following information is accurate in relation to the client's situation?


A) Is at risk for ARDS
B) Also has an increased PaCO2 level
C) Should be prepared for mechanical ventilation
D) Requires packed red cells as soon as possible

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