The nurse is caring for a client who has food poisoning that may be the result of Clostridium botulinum infection.Which is the priority nursing assessment for this client?

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Severe infection with Clostridium botulinum can lead to respiratory failure,so assessments of oxygen saturation and respiratory rate are of high priority for clients with suspected Clostridium botulinum infection.The other assessments may be completed after the respiratory system has been assessed.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Has Food