The respiratory therapist in the ICU is called to assess a patient with ARDS. The patient is SOB. The x-ray shows "white" chest radiograph and the PAO₂ is 60 mm Hg on an FiO₂ of 100%. Which of the following is indicated? A) Shunting B) Alveolar hyperventilation C) Decreased CO₂ D) Perfusion impairment

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Shunt is indicated by the following: shunt usually presents with a white radiograph. ARDS is a classic example of shunting. Shunt also does not respond to high level of supplemental oxygen.

The Respiratory Therapist in the ICU Is Called to Assess