The nurse is assessing a client with lung disease.Which symptom does the nurse intervene for first?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The client with bilateral dependent edema may be developing right-sided heart failure in response to respiratory disease.This symptom should be investigated right away and reported to the health care provider.Further assessment is needed.The client with chronic lung disease may develop increased anterior-posterior diameter and clubbing as responses to chronic hypoxia.These symptoms do not require immediate intervention.The client is often pale or has a dusky appearance; this also would not warrant immediate intervention.

The Nurse Is Assessing a Client with Lung Disease